Gladiolus Midnight Blossom Blend Bulbs
Best dramatic floral choice for gardeners seeking striking, low-maintenance summer bouquets.
Transform your garden with the Gladiolus Midnight Blossom Blend, featuring two striking varieties, 'Black Beauty' and 'Bunga'. These statuesque glads produce velvety, deep maroon flowers that appear almost black, beautifully contrasted by the brilliant hues of 'Bunga'. Growing up to 5 feet tall, their dense spikes open sequentially, providing long-lasting blooms perfect for cut arrangements. Ideal for borders, beds, or containers, these easy-care perennials thrive in sunny to partially shaded locations with fertile, well-draining soil, offering a stunning seasonal display.
$27.95
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4.6
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Category Rank
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#608 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+19%
Above average
Pack Size
15
/ bulbs
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, moody focal points for summer beds
- Floral designers wanting striking, long-lasting stems for indoor arrangements
- Landscapers needing reliable vertical height during late summer lulls
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting plants that stand up on their own
- Busy homeowners avoiding seasonal bulb digging and indoor storage tasks
- Perfectionists requiring exact color schemes for precise garden layouts
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Deep maroon tones provide a dramatic, high-contrast focal point for gardens.
Cut Flower Utility
Sequential blooming ensures a steady supply of stems for summer arrangements.
Growth Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, borders, or traditional garden beds.
Pollinator Attraction
Statuesque spikes act as a reliable magnet for local hummingbird populations.
Ease of Cultivation
Low-maintenance perennials that reward gardeners with immediate first-year blooms.
Climate Flexibility
Limited to warmer zones, requiring careful planning for northern gardeners.
Key Specs
Pack Size
15 bulbs
USDA Hardiness Zones
7, 8, 9, 10
Mature Height
60 inches
Mature Width
6 inches
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Season
Early Summer to Late Summer
Planting Season
Spring
Features
- Unique dark maroon/black and vibrant color blend
- Long-lasting blooms from sequential flower opening
- Excellent for summer bouquets as cut flowers
- Versatile for borders, beds, and containers
- Blooms the first year for immediate impact
- Attracts hummingbirds to your garden
- Easy-care perennial for effortless beauty
What customers say
The unique design and exceptional quality of the Midnight Blossom blend are the dominant themes in customer feedback. Gardeners celebrate the dramatic, deep coloration, noting that the flowers deliver the promised sophisticated aesthetic. Reviewers consistently highlight the robust health of the bulbs upon delivery, leading to a high success rate for strong stalks and vibrant blooms. This reliable performance, coupled with the striking visual impact, confirms the product's premium standing and strong value proposition for specialty color seekers.
Know before you buy
Gladiolus are only winter-hardy in USDA zones 7 through 10. If you live in a colder climate, you will need to dig up the corms in the fall after the first frost and store them in a cool, dry place until spring.
Plant your Gladiolus bulbs 4 inches deep in fertile, well-draining soil. Ensure they are placed in a location that receives full sun to partial shade for the best bloom performance.
Because these plants can reach 60 inches in height, they may require staking, especially if planted in an area exposed to high winds. Providing support early in the season will help keep the heavy flower spikes upright.
Gladiolus are excellent cut flowers because their blooms open sequentially from the bottom to the top of the spike. If you cut the stems when the first few florets begin to open, the arrangement can last for a week or more.
Yes, these are container-friendly. Use a pot that is at least 12 to 15 inches deep with adequate drainage holes to accommodate the 5-foot height and root system of the plants.
This set includes 15 bulbs, featuring a mix of the 'Black Beauty' and 'Bunga' varieties.
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