{"product_id":"gladiolus-shaka-zulu-dark-purple-gladiolus-bulbs-tall-sword-lily-dramatic-cut-flower-summer-blooming-perennial-gothic-garden-plant","title":"Gladiolus 'Shaka Zulu' | Dark Purple Gladiolus Bulbs | Tall Sword Lily | Dramatic Cut Flower | Summer Blooming Perennial | Gothic Garden Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"563\"\u003eMake a bold statement in your garden with \u003cstrong data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"287\"\u003eGladiolus 'Shaka Zulu'\u003c\/strong\u003e, a striking variety prized for its deep, velvety purple blooms that appear nearly black in certain lighting. This dramatic Sword Lily produces tall flower spikes packed with richly colored blossoms, creating stunning contrast in garden beds, borders, and floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eBlooming from mid to late summer, 'Shaka Zulu' delivers exceptional garden performance with strong stems, long-lasting flowers, and impressive height. Its dark blooms pair beautifully with white, pink, yellow, and silver-toned flowers, making it a favorite for cottage gardens, pollinator landscapes, moon gardens, and cut flower production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eAn excellent choice for gardeners looking to add depth, elegance, and dramatic color to their summer displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"r7xj86\" data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e🌟 Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w0naj9\" data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e🖤 Deep purple blooms with near-black appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bysvk8\" data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003e📏 Tall flower spikes create dramatic vertical interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7ckesp\" data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e✂️ Excellent cut flower with long vase life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a5ymza\" data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e🦋 Attracts butterflies and pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uh6ldo\" data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e☀️ Thrives in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cqr6la\" data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e🌿 Easy-to-grow summer flowering bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xi2rfv\" data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e🌸 Perfect focal point for garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wuhm9h\" data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e💐 Popular in dramatic floral arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14ka7l9\" data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e🌱 Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i7yj5s\" data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eGladiolus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Shaka Zulu'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nwg221\" data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Sword Lily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jwmrfk\" data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial Bulb (Corm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vx64r8\" data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Purple to Near Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ucuysb\" data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"px5jro\" 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data-end=\"2370\"\u003eWhite Prosperity Gladiolus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1as3cga\" data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2395\"\u003eEchinacea ‘White Swan’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"52qofm\" data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003eShasta Daisy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1309ld7\" data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003eLavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"69kgi0\" data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2430\"\u003eSalvia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2ar32g\" data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003eYarrow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k6zh6v\" data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003eOrnamental Grasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dx3ozm\" data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2479\"\u003eSilver Artemisia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2562\"\u003eThese companions highlight the rich dark blooms and provide season-long interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"5u0064\" data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2590\"\u003e🌱 Planting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2960\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oaxfrt\" data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003ePlant corms in spring after danger of frost has passed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10ror6i\" data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003ePlace corms 4–6 inches deep and 4–6 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bdczc7\" data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2737\"\u003eGrow in full sun for best flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"40i6do\" data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2776\"\u003eWater regularly during active growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jhxo5p\" data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2814\"\u003eStake if planted in windy locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7vymxe\" data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003eDeadhead spent flowers to maintain appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13nebru\" data-start=\"2863\" data-end=\"2914\"\u003eAllow foliage to mature naturally after flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qu3m09\" data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"2960\"\u003eLift corms before winter in colder climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2962\" data-end=\"3043\"\u003eFor extended blooms, plant successive batches every 2 weeks through early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"6fe6m8\" data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3076\"\u003e📦 Shipping Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1xr2582\" data-start=\"3078\" data-end=\"3097\"\u003ePlant Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3098\" data-end=\"3150\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11n3vl7\" data-start=\"3098\" data-end=\"3150\"\u003eShips as healthy bareroot corms ready for planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"j48vh3\" 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