Perennial bulbs can be amazing when planted in late fall for early spring flowers or in early spring for mid-summer blooms. One of my favorite bulbs for late summer is our featured flower of the month the Gladiolus. Gladiolus are members of the Iridaceae plant family and have sword like foliage in addition to vibrant flowers that are rich in color and come in many unique shades. As they begin to surge, other flowers begin to fade. I consider them to be an excellent selection for adding late season color to your garden. I plant my bulbs at least 8 inches deep, spaced 6 inches apart and plant in rich well draining soil.
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