Overview
Gladiolus 'Dame Edna II' (L) is a upright bulbs in the genus Gladiolus, part of the Iridaceae family, with green foliage. Gladiolus 'Dame Edna II' (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 'Dame Edna II' is an upright cultivar of Gladiolus, a genus of perennial plants in the Iridaceae family that grow from corms and feature clusters of long, narrow, sword-like green leaves. This cultivar produces tall flower spikes with funnel-shaped blooms, thriving best in full sun on well-drained, neutral loam soil. Suitable for sheltered south-, west-, or east-facing aspects, it is hardy in the UK (H5) and commonly used for cut flowers, borders, and containers during the summer season.
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 'Dame Edna II' (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 'Dame Edna II' (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 'Dame Edna II' (L)?
Gladiolus 'Dame Edna II' (L) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gladiolus 'Dame Edna II' (L) need?
Gladiolus 'Dame Edna II' (L) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gladiolus 'Dame Edna II' (L) hardy in the UK?
Gladiolus 'Dame Edna II' (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 'Dame Edna II' (L)?
Division, Cormlets.
More in the Gladiolus genus
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- Gladiolus 'Alexandra the Great'PBR
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- Gladiolus 'Andre Viette'
- Gladiolus 'Arctic Day' (M/E)
- Gladiolus 'At Night'PBR (L)
- Gladiolus 'August Days' (L)