(glad-ee-oh-lee) (plural - Gladioli; singular - Gladiolus)

• Unpack and inspect flowers upon arrival. Cut at least 1" from stem ends with sharp knife or flower cutters.
• Place in preservative solution made with warm water (100°-110°F).
• To enhance bud development, remove 1" - 3" from the tip of the flower spike.
• Glads are heavy drinkers, replenish preservative solution daily.
• Store bunches upright in the cooler to prevent tips from curling.
• Glads are ethylene sensitive. Keep away from all external sources of ethylene, such as fruit, carbon monoxide and decaying plant material.

• Vibrant colors provide contrast in designs. Mix with other spring flowers in arrangements or in hand-tied bouquets for a fresh, crisp, spring look.
• Glads are especially striking when arranged in a tall glass vase.
• Use as a "line" flower in arrangements.
• Traditionally used in funeral arrangements.

• Mass display behind other stem items to emphasize height and beauty of blooms.
• Feature glads for promotions, encouraging customers to experiment with them in their homes.
• Price point makes glads an attractive weekly purchase.