Gladiolus 'Starstruck'
Le Glaïeul 'Starstruck' apporte une touche vive et lumineuse aux aménagements grâce à ses grandes fleurs éclatantes. Sa floraison prolongée et ses longues tiges en font un excellent choix pour le jardin et les fleurs coupées.
Gladiolus 'Starstruck' (8 bulbs), offered by Van Noort
A burst of vibrant pink for a luminous garden!
The Gladiolus 'Starstruck' is a captivating new variety that brightens the garden with its intense pink flowers and delicately ruffled petals. Ideal for colorful borders and floral arrangements , it offers an impressive display of blooms from July to September .
Easy to grow , this gladiolus prefers full sun and well-drained soil. With its long, elegant stems, it's perfect for structuring a flower bed and creating spectacular bouquets.
An essential for a vibrant garden and majestic cut flowers!
Variety characteristics
Height : 100 cm (40")
Exposure : Full sun
Hardiness : Not hardy (must be dug up before winter)
Deer resistance : Low
Water requirements : Medium (well-drained soil)
Ideal soil : Light, sandy or loamy, neutral to slightly acidic pH
Flowering period : July to September
Plant type : Perennial bulbous plant (grown as an annual in cold climates)
Quantity : 8 bulbs
Planting and cultivation of the 'Starstruck' Gladiolus
When to plant
March to May after the last frosts for summer flowering.
Where should I plant it
In a mass planting : To add height and dynamism to the garden.
As a border : Combine it with lower perennials for a structured effect.
In a pot : Use a large container for growing on a terrace.
In a bouquet : Pick them as soon as the first buds open for a long vase life.
How to plant
1. Dig a hole 10 cm deep in well-drained soil.
2Place the bulbs 4 cm apart , point upwards.
3Cover with soil and tamp lightly.
4Water moderately after planting.
5For continuous flowering, stagger plantings every 2 weeks.
Tip : Plant them in groups for a spectacular effect in the garden!
Care for the 'Starstruck' Gladiolus
Watering : Regular during the growth period, without excess water.
Fertilizer : An application of fertilizer rich in potassium stimulates abundant flowering.
Staking : Support the stems to prevent them from bending in the wind.
Wintering :
In cold climates : Dig up the bulbs after flowering, let them dry and store them in a cool, dry place.
In mild climates : Leave them in the ground with a protective mulch .
Why choose the 'Starstruck' Gladiolus
Spectacular bloom with a captivating, intense pink color
Ideal for bouquets thanks to its long flower stems
Easy to grow and maintain
It brings structure and brilliance to the garden.
Add a touch of floral magic to your garden with the 'Starstruck' Gladiolus!
