The Gladiolus: A Practical Treatise on the Culture of the Gladiolus

A practical manual for cultivating gladioli, covering the plant's history and habit of growth, recommended soils and preparation, planting times, and routine cultivation. It details digging, curing, cleaning, grading, winter storage, plus propagation from seed, bulblets, and peeling techniques, and offers guidance on hybridizing, selecting and maintaining a balanced collection, and starting a commercial operation. Practical pest and disease management, notes on desirable variety traits, and appendices with species information and specialized seedling care complete the guide.