Gladiolus 'My Love' Bulbs
Best choice for gardeners wanting elegant, candy-striped summer cut flowers.
The 'My Love' Gladiolus offers enchanting, large-flowered spikes that reach 36 to 48 inches tall, perfect for summer gardens and bouquets. Each bloom features a unique, charming pattern of magenta pink splotches and stitches on blushing white petals, reminiscent of peppermint candies. These glads, also known as sword lilies, are perennial in zones 7-10 and add striking beauty to garden beds, borders, containers, and rock gardens. They thrive in sunny to partially shaded locations with rich, well-draining soil that retains adequate moisture.
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Genus
Gladiolus
/ Gladiolus
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic focal points and elegant cut flowers
- Homeowners wanting consistent, vibrant color during late summer
- Landscapers needing versatile plants for borders and containers
Who should skip it
- Gardeners looking for low-maintenance, hands-off plant varieties
- Cold-climate residents wanting to avoid seasonal bulb storage
- Beginners preferring plants that require minimal pest monitoring
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking candy-striped pattern creates an immediate focal point in any garden.
Cut Flower Utility
Tall, sturdy spikes are ideal for elegant, long-lasting indoor floral arrangements.
Growth Versatility
Adapts beautifully to borders, containers, or dedicated cutting garden beds.
Hardiness Range
Reliable perennial performance restricted to warmer zones seven through ten.
Maintenance Ease
Requires consistent moisture and well-draining soil to reach full height potential.
Bloom Duration
Provides a consistent display of color from early through late summer.
Key Specs
Genus
Gladiolus
Species
x hortulanus
Variety
'My Love'
Item Form
Pack of 12
Zone
7 - 10
Bloom Start to End
Early Summer - Late Summer
Height
4 ft
Width
6 in
Features
- Candy-striped blooms with a unique painterly pattern.
- Elegant flower spikes tower 36 to 48 inches tall.
- Ruffled flowers are perfect for refreshing summer bouquets.
- Enhances garden beds, borders, containers, and rock gardens.
- Perennial in zones 7-10.
- Suitable for cutting gardens.
- Provides timeless elegance indoors or out.
What customers say
For Gladiolus 'My Love' Bulbs by Jackson & Perkins, customers consistently express high satisfaction regarding the exceptional quality and vibrant beauty of the blooms. Many reviewers highlight the robust health of the bulbs upon arrival and their impressive growth, leading to stunning, long lasting flowers that truly enhance garden aesthetics. The overall consensus points to a product that delivers on its promise of striking color and reliable performance, making it a cherished addition for gardeners seeking both visual appeal and a rewarding growing experience.
Know before you buy
The 'My Love' variety is perennial in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10. If you live in a colder climate, you will need to dig up the corms in the fall and store them indoors over the winter.
Because these Gladiolus reach heights of 36 to 48 inches, they can be susceptible to leaning or snapping in high winds. It is recommended to provide support with garden stakes or plant them in a sheltered location to keep the spikes upright.
Yes, they perform well in containers as long as the pot is deep enough to accommodate the root system and has excellent drainage. Ensure the container is at least 12 to 15 inches deep to support the height of the mature flower spikes.
These bulbs thrive in rich, well-draining soil that retains some moisture. If your soil is heavy clay or very sandy, amend it with organic matter like compost to improve drainage and nutrient content before planting.
You can harvest the spikes for bouquets once the bottom one or two florets begin to open. Cutting them at this stage allows the remaining buds to continue opening in the vase, extending the life of your arrangement.
For the best performance, plant them in a location that receives full sun to partial shade. While they can tolerate some shade, they require at least six hours of direct sunlight daily to produce strong, upright stems and vibrant blooms.
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