Wayside Gardens Gladiolus Mon Amour Bulbs

These gladiolus reach an impressive height of 36 to 60 inches. Because they produce tall, heavy flower spikes, it is often helpful to stake them if your garden is in a particularly windy area to prevent them from leaning or snapping.

Yes, 'Mon Amour' is well-suited for containers. Ensure your pot is deep enough to accommodate the 8-inch planting depth and provides excellent drainage to keep the bulbs healthy.

These are tender perennials hardy in USDA zones 8 through 10. If you live in a colder climate, you will need to lift the bulbs in the fall after the first frost and store them indoors over the winter.

For the best results, plant them in a location that receives full sun to partial sun. While they can tolerate some shade, they will produce the strongest stems and most vibrant blooms with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.

Absolutely. Their long, sturdy scapes and ruffled, long-lasting blooms make them an excellent choice for cut flower bouquets.

You can expect blooms in their first year. When planted in the spring, these gladiolus will typically provide their signature lavender and yellow display by late summer.