Gladiolus 'Hi-era' (L) — Upright | Fenn

Overview

Gladiolus 'Hi-era' (L) is a upright bulbs in the genus Gladiolus, part of the Iridaceae family, with green foliage. Gladiolus 'Hi-era' (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 'Hi-era' is an upright cultivar of the Gladiolus genus, which comprises perennial plants growing from corms with long, narrow, sword-like green leaves. This cultivar produces tall flower spikes with funnel-shaped blooms, thriving best in full sun with a south, west, or east-facing aspect and sheltered exposure. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy in the UK (H5). Suitable for use as cut flowers, in borders, or containers, 'Hi-era' is typically planted after the last frost and may require staking due to its height.

About the genus

Gladiolus is a genus of perennial cormous flowering plants in the iris family (Iridaceae).

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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 'Hi-era' (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 'Hi-era' (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 'Hi-era' (L)?

Gladiolus 'Hi-era' (L) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Gladiolus 'Hi-era' (L) need?

Gladiolus 'Hi-era' (L) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Gladiolus 'Hi-era' (L) hardy in the UK?

Gladiolus 'Hi-era' (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 'Hi-era' (L)?

Division, Cormlets.

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