Overview
Gladiolus liliaceus is a upright bulbs in the genus Gladiolus, part of the Iridaceae family, with green foliage. Gladiolus liliaceus 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 liliaceus is a perennial cultivar of the Gladiolus genus, known for its upright habit and green foliage. Like other Gladiolus plants, it grows from corms and produces tall flower spikes with funnel-shaped blooms. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered aspect facing south, west, or east, growing best in neutral, well-drained loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for use in borders, containers, and as cut flowers during the summer season.
About the genus
Gladiolus is a genus of perennial cormous flowering plants in the iris family (Iridaceae).
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 liliaceus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Upright
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Cut flowers, Borders, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gladiolus liliaceus
- 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 liliaceus?
Gladiolus liliaceus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gladiolus liliaceus need?
Gladiolus liliaceus grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gladiolus liliaceus hardy in the UK?
Gladiolus liliaceus 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 liliaceus?
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)