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Friends in the southern region probably often have a bunch of Gladiolus at home. Its flower stems are upright like swords, the flowers are bright in color, elegant in shape, and the price at the flower shop is also cheap. Generally, you can get 6 fresh-cut flowers for 10 yuan.

The scientific name of Gladiolus is Gladiolus gandavensis. The flower language is good fortune and promotion. It also represents remembrance. It can be given to elders and teachers. Of course, it can also be given to lovers. It is one of the world's four major fresh-cut flowers. In terms of color, there are pink, purple, white, etc. For fresh-cut flowers, after buying them and unpacking them, the stems of Gladiolus are usually quite long. For home maintenance, you don't need them to be too long. You can cut them diagonally at a 45-degree angle first, and then hydrate them in a deep-water bucket for about 2 hours. Note that the hydration time should not be too long here because Gladiolus flowers tend to bloom explosively.

After hydrating the flowers, tidy up the leaves and try to ensure that all the leaves below the vase are removed to prevent them from rotting when soaked. If you particularly like the leaves, you can take the leaves out separately for decoration. Finally, prepare a relatively tall vase, add 1/2 of the water, and if possible, add preservatives or a few drops of 84 disinfectant. Align the flower heads with a spiral technique, organize them from top left to bottom right, and cut them diagonally at a 45-degree angle according to the height of the vase and put them in the vase. For daily maintenance, change the water every 2-3 days. If the temperature is hot, spray the flowers with a watering can in the morning and evening. If you find withered or moldy flowers during the flowering period, cut and remove them promptly.

Gladiolus is not only suitable for making cut flowers but also an ideal choice for landscaping and home decoration. Then, in terms of daily potted plant maintenance, Gladiolus requires sufficient sunlight. Place it in a place with good light but also avoid direct sunlight. The soil requires good drainage. You can regularly add some compost or compound fertilizer to the base to provide nutrients.

Finally, in terms of watering, follow the principle of keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. During the growth of Gladiolus, the flower stems tend to grow tall. At this time, to prevent lodging, pay attention to pruning the dead leaves and flower stems frequently to promote new growth.