Nymph Gladiolus Plants

Appearance

• The gladiolus nymph has bright green stems and leaves. The stems grow to be about four feed in length, while its spiked and slender flowers are about four inches across. These flowers are usually white in color with bright pink diamond-shaped markings on the inside. These markings usually appear after the flower has bloomed. One plant usually has about 10 to 16 flowers each.

Indoor Growing

• Cut gladiolus nymph flowers usually last for about six to 10 days before beginning to wither. Because of their geotrophic, or upward bending, stems, they should be handled vertically when trimming and arranging. Stems should be cut underwater before being placed in a vase with fresh water and flower food solution.

Outdoor Planting

• Gladiolus nymphs thrive in sandy, chalky, or loamy soils and should be planted about 10 to 16 inches deep. The soil should remain slightly moist but not saturated. Gladiolus nymphs should be planted in areas with full sun exposure.

Maintenance

• If the gladiolus nymph plants are growing outside, proper maintenance is important to keep the plants healthy. Old, withering leaves should be cut away with pruning sheers to give room for new growth. The plants should be covered if temperatures drop below freezing to prevent frost damage.