{"product_id":"gladiolus-merlot-ice-burgundy-gladiolus-bulbs-white-edge-sword-lily-tall-cut-flowers-summer-blooming-bulbs-pollinator-garden-spring-planting-corms","title":"Gladiolus 'Merlot Ice' | Burgundy Gladiolus Bulbs | White Edge Sword Lily | Tall Cut Flowers | Summer Blooming Bulbs | Pollinator Garden | Spring Planting Corms","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eAdd rich color and sophistication to your summer garden with \u003cstrong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eGladiolus 'Merlot Ice'\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"873\"\u003eBlooming 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"r7xj86\" data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003e🌟 Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oh6uvo\" data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003e🍷 Deep burgundy blooms with contrasting white edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ejioal\" data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003e📏 Tall flower spikes ideal for cutting gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19brk0r\" data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e✂️ Exceptional vase life for bouquets and arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14oupyv\" data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003e🦋 Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uh6ldo\" data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e☀️ Thrives in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xaex9o\" data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e🌿 Easy-to-grow perennial bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16b6h3w\" data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e💐 Stunning focal point for floral designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y9vnhc\" data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e🌸 Long-lasting summer blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14ka7l9\" data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e🌱 Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wyug90\" data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eGladiolus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Merlot Ice'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ahcx85\" data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sword Lily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jwmrfk\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial Bulb (Corm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r6sz6w\" data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy Red with White Edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ucuysb\" data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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data-end=\"2070\"\u003e🌿 Garden Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e✔ Cut flower gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003e✔ Cottage gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003e✔ Pollinator gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e✔ Perennial borders\u003cbr data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e✔ Mass plantings\u003cbr data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003e✔ Floral design gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003e✔ Backyard bouquet gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003e✔ Dramatic landscape accents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1bt4ygz\" data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e🌸 Companion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003ePair Gladiolus 'Merlot Ice' with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ocpmds\" data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eWhite Prosperity Gladiolus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18ww4zp\" data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eGreen Star Gladiolus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t2no4n\" data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003ePassos Gladiolus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"52qofm\" data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003eShasta Daisy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rypox3\" data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003eEchinacea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"69kgi0\" data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003eSalvia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1309ld7\" data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003eLavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k6zh6v\" data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003eOrnamental Grasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003eThe rich burgundy flowers create stunning contrast against white, green, silver, and purple companion plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"5u0064\" data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003e🌱 Planting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oaxfrt\" data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003ePlant corms in spring after danger of frost has passed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7yfgh2\" data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2708\"\u003ePlant 4–6 inches deep and 4–6 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13g85bg\" data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2763\"\u003eGrow in full sun for the strongest flower production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"40i6do\" data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2802\"\u003eWater regularly during active growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11fwuoi\" data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2853\"\u003eStake flower spikes if needed in windy locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fsu6gu\" data-start=\"2854\" 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