Tulipa ‘Black Hero’ (Double Late Tulip)

Fragrant, Tulip ‘Black Hero’ is a fabulous peony-flowered tulip featuring large, bowl-shaped blossoms densely packed with velvety, dark maroon to mahogany petals. In the shadows, the flower can appear to be pitch black. Irresistible! This sport of world-famous Tulip ‘Queen of Night’ is as impressive, except that it displays twice the number of petals. Wherever it is planted, be prepared for a dramatic show! Blooming in late spring, this exquisite tulip is regarded as one of the blackest Double Late Tulips, and it introduces charm and romance to the garden with its multi-petalled flowers!

• Growing up to 24 inches tall (60 cm), this tulip creates dazzling harmonies with other flowering bulbs.
• Since the flowers can be damaged in extreme weather conditions (rain and wind), it is advisable to plant them in a sheltered location.
• Performs best in full sun in rich, fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Prefers areas with cool winters and warm dry summers.
• Easy to grow, this tulip is a welcomed addition to beds, borders, and containers. For best visual impact, plant in groups (at least 10 to 15 bulbs) or mixed with any other flowering bulbs. Excellent as cut flowers!
• To be planted in fall.
• All parts may cause severe discomfort following ingestion and may cause an allergic skin reaction. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

A symbol of spring, tulips are the most popular spring bulbs and most gardeners reserve them a spot in the garden or containers. Grown for their attractive, vibrantly colored flowers, there are currently over 3,000 registered varieties, which are divided into fifteen groups, mostly based on the flower type, size, and blooming period of the tulip.

Because of their shape, Double Late Tulips are also known as peony-flowered tulips. The flowers, which are always large and double, can easily reach a span of 4 in. across (10 cm). Since the flowers can be damaged in extreme weather conditions (rain and wind), it is advisable to plant them in a sheltered location. Growing up to 12-16 in. tall (30-40 cm) in late spring, Double Late tulips perform exceptionally well in regions having cold winters and late springs. Certain cultivars are suitable for forcing indoors.