Gladiolus 'Merlot Ice' | Burgundy Gladiolus Bulbs | White Edge Sword Lily | Tall Cut Flowers | Summer Blooming Bulbs | Pollinator Garden | Spring Planting Corms

Add rich color and sophistication to your summer garden with Gladiolus 'Merlot Ice', a striking Sword Lily featuring velvety burgundy blooms accented by crisp white edging. This dramatic color combination creates a luxurious appearance that stands out beautifully in flower beds, borders, and fresh-cut floral arrangements.

Blooming from mid to late summer, 'Merlot Ice' produces tall, elegant flower spikes loaded with large blossoms that attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Its unique coloring, strong stems, and exceptional vase life make it a favorite among cut flower growers, cottage gardeners, and floral designers.

Whether planted in mass displays or paired with lighter-colored flowers for contrast, Gladiolus 'Merlot Ice' brings weeks of breathtaking color and vertical interest to the garden.

🌟 Key Features

• 🍷 Deep burgundy blooms with contrasting white edges
• 📏 Tall flower spikes ideal for cutting gardens
• ✂️ Exceptional vase life for bouquets and arrangements
• 🦋 Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
• ☀️ Thrives in full sun
• 🌿 Easy-to-grow perennial bulb
• 💐 Stunning focal point for floral designs
• 🌸 Long-lasting summer blooms

🌱 Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Gladiolus 'Merlot Ice'
• Common Name: Sword Lily
• Plant Type: Perennial Bulb (Corm)
• Flower Color: Burgundy Red with White Edges
• Foliage Color: Green
• Mature Height: 42–60 Inches
• Spread: 6–12 Inches
• Growth Habit: Upright Clumping
• Bloom Season: Mid to Late Summer
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Water Needs: Average
• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained Soil
• Hardiness Zones: 7–10 (Lift corms in colder climates)
• Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Pollinator Friendly, Long Blooming, Excellent Cut Flower

🌿 Garden Uses

✔ Cut flower gardens
✔ Cottage gardens
✔ Pollinator gardens
✔ Perennial borders
✔ Mass plantings
✔ Floral design gardens
✔ Backyard bouquet gardens
✔ Dramatic landscape accents

🌸 Companion Plants

Pair Gladiolus 'Merlot Ice' with:

• White Prosperity Gladiolus
• Green Star Gladiolus
• Passos Gladiolus
• Shasta Daisy
• Echinacea
• Salvia
• Lavender
• Ornamental Grasses

The rich burgundy flowers create stunning contrast against white, green, silver, and purple companion plants.

🌱 Planting & Care

• Plant corms in spring after danger of frost has passed
• Plant 4–6 inches deep and 4–6 inches apart
• Grow in full sun for the strongest flower production
• Water regularly during active growth
• Stake flower spikes if needed in windy locations
• Remove spent blooms to maintain appearance
• Allow foliage to naturally die back after flowering
• Lift and store corms during winter in zones colder than USDA Zone 7

For continuous blooms throughout summer, plant additional corms every two weeks through early summer.

📦 Shipping Information

Plant Condition

• Ships as healthy bareroot corms ready for planting

Shipping Notes

• Orders begin shipping in MARCH
• Carefully packaged for secure delivery
• Free USPS Ground shipping on qualifying orders over $35
• Shipping schedules may be adjusted during extreme weather conditions

🌿 Care Guarantee

We guarantee healthy bulbs upon arrival. If your order arrives damaged, contact us within 48 hours with photos of the plant and packaging for a replacement or refund.