Overview
Gladiolus 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min) is a upright bulbs in the genus Gladiolus, part of the Iridaceae family, with green foliage. Gladiolus 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min) 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 'Flevo Cosmic' is an upright cultivar of the Gladiolus genus, known for its perennial growth from corms and clusters of long, narrow, sword-like green leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for planting after the last frost, it is ideal for summer interest in borders, containers, or as cut flowers. Gladiolus 'Flevo Cosmic' is hardy in the UK (H5) and benefits from staking if tall, with propagation achieved through 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 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Upright
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Cut flowers, Borders, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gladiolus 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min)
- 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 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min)?
Gladiolus 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gladiolus 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min) need?
Gladiolus 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gladiolus 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min) hardy in the UK?
Gladiolus 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min) 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 'Flevo Cosmic' (Min)?
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)