Black Parrot Tulip

Dramatic color for garden and bouquets

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Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Height/Habit: 20 - 24 inches
Zone: 3-8
Flowering Date: Late spring

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Black Parrot Tulip

Description

Late-blooming tulip adds drama to the tulip season. With its dark purple color, green streaks, fringed and feathered edging, it's easy to see why gardeners love this tulip. While adding drama to the garden, it also really sets your fresh floral bouquets apart from the rest. Blooms in late spring. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Grows 20-24" tall. Zones 3-8. Tulipa 'Black Parrot'

Product Details

Season Fall
Unit of Measure5
Botanical NameTulipa 'Black Parrot'
Sun ExposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
State RestrictionsAE AK GU HI PR
Spread4 - 6 inches
Spacing3 - 6 inches
Hardiness Zone3-8
Flowering DateLate spring
Planting Instructions6" deep and 3 - 6" apart.
Winter CareMulch +/- 2".
Flower Color:black
Flower FormUpright, bell or funnel shaped with fringed edges.
Foliage TypeGreen, linear or broadly ovate.
Soil RequirementWell drained.
PruningIt is important to let the foliage mature and die down naturally, do not cut back. Next year's bloom is being developed. When foliage is yellow or dried up.
Additional InformationDeveloped by C. Keur & sons, 1937. A sport of Philippee de Comines.
Unique CharactersticsOne of the oldest and most beloved tulip. Dramatic dark purple petals are deeply ruffled and fringed on the edges. Some are accented with green streaks or twists in the center of each petal. A must have for the garden or landscape.
Shipped11-12 CM
Height/Habit20 - 24 inches
Growth RateModerate