Overview
Gladiolus 'Blue Sky' (L) is a upright bulbs in the genus Gladiolus, part of the Iridaceae family, with green foliage. Gladiolus 'Blue Sky' (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 'Blue Sky' is an upright cultivar of the Gladiolus genus, known for its perennial growth from corms and sword-like green leaves. It produces tall flower spikes with funnel-shaped blooms, thriving best in full sun with a sheltered aspect such as south, west, or east-facing positions. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H5. Suitable for summer interest, it is commonly used in borders, containers, and as cut flowers. Planting corms 10-15cm deep after the last frost and staking tall varieties is recommended for successful cultivation.
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 'Blue Sky' (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 'Blue Sky' (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 'Blue Sky' (L)?
Gladiolus 'Blue Sky' (L) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gladiolus 'Blue Sky' (L) need?
Gladiolus 'Blue Sky' (L) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gladiolus 'Blue Sky' (L) hardy in the UK?
Gladiolus 'Blue Sky' (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 'Blue Sky' (L)?
Division, Cormlets.
More in the Gladiolus genus
- Gladiolus 'Adele'
- Gladiolus 'Adrenalin'PBR (L)
- Gladiolus 'Alexandra the Great'PBR
- Gladiolus 'Amber Mystique' (L)
- Gladiolus 'Andre Viette'
- Gladiolus 'Arctic Day' (M/E)
- Gladiolus 'At Night'PBR (L)
- Gladiolus 'August Days' (L)