Overview
Gladiolus 'Huron County' (L) is a upright bulbs in the genus Gladiolus, part of the Iridaceae family, with green foliage. Gladiolus 'Huron County' (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 'Huron County' is a 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 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. 'Huron County' is ideal for summer interest in borders, containers, or as cut flowers, with corms planted 10-15cm deep after the last frost and tall varieties requiring staking.
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 'Huron County' (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 'Huron County' (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 'Huron County' (L)?
Gladiolus 'Huron County' (L) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gladiolus 'Huron County' (L) need?
Gladiolus 'Huron County' (L) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gladiolus 'Huron County' (L) hardy in the UK?
Gladiolus 'Huron County' (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 'Huron County' (L)?
Division, Cormlets.
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