Overview
Gladiolus 'August Days' (L) is a upright bulbs in the genus Gladiolus, part of the Iridaceae family, with green foliage. Gladiolus 'August Days' (L) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cut flowers, borders and containers.
About
Gladiolus 'August Days' is an upright cultivar of the Gladiolus genus, which consists of perennial plants growing from corms with long, narrow, sword-like green leaves. This cultivar produces tall flower spikes with funnel-shaped blooms and thrives in full sun, ideally in sheltered, south-, west-, or east-facing positions. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H5. Suitable for use as cut flowers, in borders, or containers, it is best planted after the last frost with corms set 10-15cm deep and may require staking.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Gladiolus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Gladiolus 'August Days' (L) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Upright
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Cut flowers, Borders, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gladiolus 'August Days' (L)
- Propagation
- Division, Cormlets
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Botrytis, Fusarium bulb rot, Fungal leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Gladiolus 'August Days' (L)?
Gladiolus 'August Days' (L) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gladiolus 'August Days' (L) need?
Gladiolus 'August Days' (L) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gladiolus 'August Days' (L) hardy in the UK?
Gladiolus 'August Days' (L) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Gladiolus 'August Days' (L)?
Division, Cormlets.
More in the Gladiolus genus
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- Gladiolus 'Andre Viette'
- Gladiolus 'Arctic Day' (M/E)
- Gladiolus 'At Night'PBR (L)
- Gladiolus 'Baling'