Overview
Gladiolus 'Crimson Fire' (G) is a upright bulbs in the genus Gladiolus, part of the Iridaceae family, with green foliage. Gladiolus 'Crimson Fire' (G) 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 'Crimson Fire' is a cultivar of the Gladiolus genus, which comprises perennial plants growing from corms with clusters of long, narrow, sword-like green leaves. This upright bulb produces tall flower spikes with funnel-shaped blooms, thriving best in full sun and well-drained, neutral loam soil. Suitable for sheltered south-, west-, or east-facing aspects, it is hardy to UK zone H5. 'Crimson Fire' is ideal for summer interest in borders, containers, or as cut flowers, and requires staking for support. Plant corms after the last frost at 10-15cm depth and propagate by division or cormlets.
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 'Crimson Fire' (G) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Upright
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Cut flowers, Borders, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gladiolus 'Crimson Fire' (G)
- 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 'Crimson Fire' (G)?
Gladiolus 'Crimson Fire' (G) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gladiolus 'Crimson Fire' (G) need?
Gladiolus 'Crimson Fire' (G) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gladiolus 'Crimson Fire' (G) hardy in the UK?
Gladiolus 'Crimson Fire' (G) 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 'Crimson Fire' (G)?
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)