It is a Glad day in my garden.
The colorful spikes of Gladioli are in bloom.
I have acquired many types over the decades.
My favorite hybrid is the well-known Priscilla.
I am also enjoying a new mix for the second year, called Mardis Gras.
Interestingly these Mardi Gras bulbs only bloomed white last year.
Their only distinguishing feature was the purple stamens, instead of the usual white.
More vibrant colors have emerged this season.
These flower spikes must have support or they will bend over, especially after a rain.
This year, I planted them inside a circle of tomato rings with a tall Hibiscus in the center.
It has been a much better arrangement than the “Glads Flop” row last year.
FLOWER
floweralley 
Love gladiolas! So pretty and so easy to grow.
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Thank you for sharing your pictures.
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Thank you for commenting.
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Oh! Que c’est beau! J’adore les glaïeuls, c’est une fleur merveilleuse et les vôtres ont une magnifique couleur.
Merci pour ce délicat partage.
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I’m glad your flowers are doing so well. What is the name of your hibiscus?
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Hibiscus coccineus, Scarlet Hardy Mallow. My mom has grown it for decades. Easy from seed. I’ll save you some if you are in US. Email address to b12alley@yahoo.com.
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Beautiful! Especially Mardi Gras. Must be exiting to see how small plain seeds evolve to such a beautiful flowers 🙂
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I t is always a thrill, no matter how many times I do it.
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Yes! I like your sense of linguistic and poetic humor! And your gladness. And your flowers.
Ellington
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I always enjoy hearing from you.
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