Gladiolus 'My Love' Bulbs
Best choice for gardeners wanting striking, easy-to-grow summer cut flowers.
An enchanting summer beauty, 'My Love' is a large-flowering gladiolus with graceful, towering flower spikes that rise 36 to 48 inches tall above a lush fan of sword-like leaves. Each ruffled bloom is uniquely color-splashed with magenta pink splotches and stitches on a white background, reminiscent of peppermint candies. These candy-striped blooms make great cut flowers, perfect for refreshing summer bouquets and mixed arrangements. 'My Love' is a perennial in Zones 7-10, enhancing garden beds, borders, containers, and rock gardens. It's an absolute must-have in a cutting garden. These tall plants may need staking in windy areas.
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SKU
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Who it's for
- Floral designers seeking elegant, long-lasting stems for summer arrangements
- Gardeners desiring a sophisticated, neutral color palette for mixed beds
- Homeowners wanting quick, high-impact vertical structure in summer gardens
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring low-maintenance plants that do not require staking
- Busy gardeners in cold climates avoiding seasonal bulb storage
- Organic gardeners unwilling to manage or treat common insect pests
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking candy-striped petals create a high-contrast focal point in any garden.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy, towering spikes provide excellent structure for professional-grade summer floral arrangements.
Growth Reliability
First-year blooming capability ensures immediate gratification for impatient gardeners.
Maintenance Effort
Requires occasional staking to prevent wind damage in exposed outdoor locations.
Pollinator Appeal
Vibrant coloration and nectar access make these a magnet for hummingbirds.
Versatility
Adapts well to containers, borders, or dedicated cutting garden rows.
Key Specs
SKU
44380-PK-12
Pack Size
12 bulbs
Mature Height
4 Feet
Mature Width
6 in
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Water Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Soil Type
Normal, loamy
Hardiness Zones
7 - 10
Features
- Large-flowering gladiolus with graceful, towering flower spikes.
- Unique peppermint-candy-like blooms with magenta pink splotches on white.
- Excellent for cut flowers and summer bouquets.
- Perennial in Zones 7-10.
- Enhances garden beds, borders, containers, and rock gardens.
- Ideal for cutting gardens.
- Easy to grow.
- Bloom First Year, Easy Care Plants, Hummingbird Lovers.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of the 'My Love' gladiolus bulbs. Reviewers frequently note the impressive size and health of the bulbs upon arrival, leading to vigorous growth and stunning, true to color blooms. The ease of planting combined with the spectacular floral display makes this variety a garden favorite, delivering high aesthetic value and dependable performance season after season.
Know before you buy
Because 'My Love' reaches heights of 36 to 48 inches, the flower spikes can be top-heavy. If you live in an area prone to strong winds, staking is recommended to prevent the stems from bending or snapping.
Yes, 'My Love' performs well in containers, provided the pot is deep enough to support the tall spikes and has excellent drainage. Ensure the container is placed in a spot that receives adequate sunlight.
These bulbs are perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 10. If you live in a colder climate, you will need to lift and store the bulbs indoors during the winter to protect them from freezing temperatures.
For the most vibrant blooms and strongest stems, plant them in a location that receives full sun. They can tolerate partial shade, but you may notice fewer flowers or weaker stalks.
Yes, the tall, nectar-rich spikes of 'My Love' are known to attract hummingbirds to the garden. They are an excellent choice if you are looking to support local bird populations.
Gladiolus prefer well-drained, loamy soil. Before planting, ensure the area is loose and free of debris, and consider adding organic matter to improve drainage if your soil is heavy or clay-like.
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