The gladiolus is a flower with a straight back. The tall spike opens from the bottom upwards, one floret at a time, day after day: the bouquet lives and changes in front of you rather than going over all at once. There is something ceremonial about it, old-fashioned in the best sense, the kind of flower given with respect, for a date that matters. This section holds bouquets of gladioli in clean, dense colours: white, pink, lilac, yellow, orange, red and burgundy, and combinations of two colours as well. Sizes run from a restrained nine spikes to a generous twenty-nine. The flower is seasonal and we gather it to order.
Which gladiolus bouquet to choose
It is easiest to start from the occasion and from the character of the person receiving it:
- white – formal and dignified, for an official date or as a mark of respect;
- red and burgundy – deep colour, confident, and a good choice for a man;
- pink and lilac – softer and warmer, for a women's celebration;
- yellow and orange – a sunny, energetic accent;
- two colours – when you want some play between shades.
If you are unsure about the colour or the size, write to the manager and we will send a photograph before delivery.
Gladioli in other formats
The gladiolus is good on its own and in company. If you like the same vertical line and bearing, look at bouquets of irises and bouquets of delphinium. For a dense graphic shape, go to bouquets of callas; for a fragrant, ceremonial mood, to bouquets of lilies.
To keep gladioli longer
- place them in a tall, steady vase with cool clean water, refreshing the cut;
- change the water every day or two;
- take off the lower florets as they finish, so the spike holds its look longer;
- keep them away from direct sun, draughts and ripe fruit.
Every order comes with a care note.
Order a gladiolus bouquet in Moscow
Gladioli are gathered to order, so it is better to give notice: choose a bouquet in the catalogue or write to the manager and we will agree the timing. We will assemble it from fresh spikes, show you a photograph before it leaves us and carry it carefully across Moscow and the region.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gladiolus bouquet cost? It depends on the number of spikes and on the colour; the manager will quote the exact price straight away.
Are gladioli available all year round? This is a seasonal flower: we gather it to order, so it is better to give notice. The manager will tell you what is fresh now and suggest an alternative out of season.
How long do gladioli last? With good care the bouquet holds for about a week: the florets open in turn from the bottom upwards, and that is part of its charm.
