Details
- Bulb Size
- 12/+ cm
- Flowering Height
- 50 cm
- RHS Recommended
- Award of Garden Merit
- Colour
- Blacks & Deep Shades
- Flowering Time
- May
- Planting Time
- October
- November
- Growing
- Hardy
- Perfect For
- Cutting
Black Parrot Tulip
T1611
Description
A distinguished tulip for the late spring garden, ‘Black Parrot’ dramatically flaunts feathered, undulating petals of velvety rich-maroon as it unfolds.
Tall stems make this RHS award-winning tulip 'Black Parrot' perfect for cutting. The handsome blooms are long-lasting both in the garden and in the vase, twisting, curling and lightening to a swirling palette of plum shades as it opens and develops.
The dark, beautifully laciniated flowers look even more striking planted next to more simple-shaped tulips, either in similar tones or contrasting colours. We love it brushing up against the fragrant orange, lily-flowering tulip ‘Ballerina’.
Care Guide
October to November are the optimum months for planting Tulip bulbs. The cooler late-autumn temperatures help to keep disease at bay, whilst still allowing time for your bulbs to put roots down before spring.
Any well-drained, fertile soil is perfect for Tulips, ideally in full sun or part shade. Plant the bulbs 10-20 cm deep, spaced 10-20 cm apart. A piece of chicken wire or mesh can be placed on top of the soil or pots after planting if squirrels or rodents are a problem in your area.
After flowering in March to May, remove withered stems, foliage and any fallen petals to promote good plant health and apply a top dressing of high-potash fertiliser in late winter.
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