Tulpe 'Black Parrot' - 15 Stück - LumiBlumi

Parrot Tulip 'Black Parrot' - 15 pieces

CHF 27.80
CHF 27.80
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Tulpe 'Black Parrot' - 15 Stück - LumiBlumi
  • Tulpe 'Black Parrot' - 15 Stück - LumiBlumi
  • Tulpe 'Black Parrot' - 15 Stück - LumiBlumi
Parrot Tulip 'Black Parrot' - 15 pieces

Parrot Tulip 'Black Parrot' - 15 pieces

Tulip 'Black Parrot'

CHF 27.80
CHF 27.80
  • Fringed, wavy parrot flowers
  • Deep purple to maroon, almost black
  • Large flowers up to 15 cm across
  • Flowers April to May, height about 45–55 cm
  • Historic variety from 1937, long-lasting in the vase

'Black Parrot' is the best-known dark parrot tulip, a historic variety from 1937. Its large, fringed and wavy flowers are deep purple to maroon and look almost black. In the sun they show bronze and violet glints. An eye-catcher in the border and the vase.

About this variety

Parrot tulips are the exotics among tulips, and 'Black Parrot' is their darkest representative. The petals are cut, toothed and waved like feathers. Their colour lies between dark purple and maroon and looks almost black. When the large flowers open wide in the sun, bronze and violet tones shimmer through.

At about 45–55 cm it belongs in groups in the border, where it gives depth to pale colours. White or soft pink tulips, yellow daffodils and white forget-me-nots are good partners. In large containers it looks dramatic. A sheltered spot protects the delicate, heavy flowers. It looks particularly beautiful alongside other parrot tulips in pale colours. Plant at least 15 bulbs together so the dark flowers do not disappear into the greenery.

It is sought after as a cut flower and lasts well, also in festive arrangements. Bees hardly visit it. Remove spent flowers promptly. Like most garden tulips it flowers most splendidly in its first year; replanting is worthwhile.

Planting

Planting time runs from September to December; it works best in October and November in cool soil. Set the bulbs 10–15 cm deep, tip upwards, 10–12 cm apart. A sunny position and loose, well-drained soil are important, as the bulbs rot in wet ground. In loamy or clay soil a handful of grit in the planting hole helps. In pots and window boxes, plant more closely, ideally in several layers.

Care

Water in spring only during longer dry spells. Pinch off spent flowers including the developing seed and leave the foliage until it yellows, as this is how the bulb builds up strength. The bulbs can stay in the ground; since garden tulips flower best in their first year, it is worth replanting or lifting the bulbs once the foliage has died back and storing them dry. Where voles occur, a planting basket protects. In winter, stand pots where they are sheltered from constant rain.

Specifications

  • Botanical name: Tulip 'Black Parrot'
  • Genus: Tulips
  • Class: Parrot tulips
  • Supplied as: Flower bulbs
  • Flower colour: Black, Purple
  • Flower size: 15 cm
  • Fragrant: No
  • Flowering time: April, May
  • Flowering season: Spring, Late spring
  • Foliage colour: Mid-green
  • Height: 50 cm
  • Spread: 15 cm
  • Habit: Upright
  • Position: Sun
  • Suitable for: Bed, Bed edge and border, Pot and container, Cutting garden
  • Soil type: Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
  • Drainage: Well-drained
  • Soil moisture: Moist
  • Soil pH: Neutral
  • Soil note: Suitable for many Swiss garden soils. A loose structure and good drainage matter more than a particular soil type.
  • Water needs: Medium
  • Planting time: September, October, November, December
  • Planting depth: 4–6 inches
  • Spacing: 4–5 in
  • Number per m²: 80
  • Hardiness in Switzerland: Hardy in Switzerland
  • Hardiness by location: Hardy, also at higher altitudes
  • Hardiness zone (USDA): 3–8
  • Overwintering note: Generally hardy in garden soil in Switzerland. At high, windy sites and in containers, plan extra winter protection and avoid winter wet.
  • For containers: Well suited to containers
  • Container note: Suitable for sufficiently deep pots. Avoid waterlogging and let the foliage die back completely after flowering.
  • Cut flower: Suitable as a cut flower
  • Naturalising: Partly suitable
  • Naturalising note: Can return for several years. Spreading on its own is not guaranteed for this variety, however.
  • For bees and butterflies: Not attractive to pollinators
  • Deer and rodent resistant: No
  • Edible: Not edible
  • Toxicity: Harmful if eaten; contact with the plant can irritate the skin. Keep away from children and pets and wear gloves when planting.
  • RHS hardiness: H6

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