In the flower bed they may be planted in irregular groups among other flowers. They are attractive when grown among perennials such as peonies and daylilies. However, glads are often more effective and easier to care for if they have their own exclusive area in the garden. The most popular use for glads is in flower arrangements. When grown for cutting, glads may be planted in rows in the vegetable garden or a corner of the flower border.
Large quantities are easier to weed and care for in rows.
How a Glad Grows Gladiolus grow from an enlargened bulb-like underground stem called a corm. Corms are planted each spring and dug in the fall. One or more new corms are then produced during the growing season. These new corms are dug in the fall and stored over winter. The quality of gladiolus flowers depends on the quality of the corms.