Gladiolus

Question

I have a hard time growing gladiolus plants. They get leaves but no flowers. I tried planting them far apart, in a circle together. The few that do grow will have dead flowers at the bottom before the top flowers finish blooming. In other words, I never get an entire gladiola flower at the same time!! I buy the bulbs at a warehouse store. Should I try buying them from a local garden center?

Answer 1

They may be lacking phosphorus. Without enough phosphorus, they will not be able to bloom well or even at all. Bone meal is high in phosphorus, so that is a good choice. Here is more information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/phosphorus-plant-growth.htm