Gladiolus Flower Bulbs (Fairytale Pink)

About Gladiolus Flower Bulbs (Fairytale Pink)

Gladiolus Fairytale Pink is a Gladiolus grandiflorus variety known for its soft pink flower spikes, sold here as a pack of 1 dormant bulb. Like other Gladiolus varieties, it is easy to grow in Indian gardens with the right sun, soil, and timing.

How to Plant

1. Check the bulb for damage or rot — healthy bulbs should be firm and blemish-free.
2. Soak the bulb in water for a few hours to speed up sprouting.
3. Prepare well-draining, loamy soil enriched with organic compost.
4. Plant the bulb 4 inches deep, pointed side up.
5. Water thoroughly after planting to settle the bulb into the soil.

Light, Water & Soil

• Light: Full sun; partial shade during peak hours in very hot areas.
• Water: Keep soil moist without waterlogging; reduce watering once blooming starts.
• Soil: Loamy, well-draining soil. Avoid heavy clay soils that retain too much water.
• Temperature: Prefers moderate temperatures; shield from extreme heat and frost.

Planting Season & Blooming

Best planted in late winter to early spring (February–March) in North India, or post-monsoon (September–October) in South India. Gladiolus typically blooms 60-90 days after planting.

Care

• Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing phase.
• Remove spent flowers to encourage further blooming; trim foliage only after it yellows.

Note: This listing ships the flower bulb only, not a blooming plant. Bloom timing shown is typical for this variety under suitable growing conditions - we don't promise a fixed date. Mildly toxic if ingested (Iridaceae family) - can cause stomach upset in pets, keep bulbs away from them.