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Pre-Chilled Black Parrot Tulip Bulbs for Indoor Forcing, Purple, 5 Bulbs
$29.90
About This
- Dramatic Dark Purple Flowers: Black Parrot Tulips produce striking deep burgundy-purple blooms with blackish interiors and glossy petals. Their unusually dark coloration creates a sophisticated appearance in bright indoor flowerpots, windowsill displays, and seasonal arrangements. Actual color shifts with lighting, often revealing rich wine and eggplant tones.
- Distinctive Feathered Parrot Petals: Unlike traditional smooth-edged tulips, Black Parrot features deeply serrated, ruffled, and irregularly curled petal margins. Its exotic single flowers create dramatic texture while fresh green foliage provides attractive contrast. Outdoor plants typically reach approximately 20 inches, although indoor height varies.
- Pre-Chilled For Indoor Forcing: Tulip bulbs naturally require extended cold temperatures to prepare for flowering. These bulbs have already completed their initial pre-chilling treatment, reducing the preparation needed before planting. Additional cool rooting time may still be necessary for proper establishment and healthy flower development.
- Container Planting And Rooting: Plant bulbs pointed ends upward in a compact flowerpot with drainage and well-draining potting mix. Arrange them closely without touching, water thoroughly, and allow roots to develop under suitable cool conditions before gradually transitioning the growing plants into brighter indoor light.
- Bright Light And Indoor Flower Care: Once rooted and actively growing, place Black Parrot tulips near a bright window in a cool room around 60–65°F. Maintain evenly moist soil without saturation, rotate the pot occasionally for balanced growth, and protect the substantial ruffled flowers from excessive heat and strong drafts.
Overview
- Brand : CZ Grain
- Color : Deep Burgundy Purple; Blackish Purple
- Number of Items : 5
- Item dimensions L x W x H : 1 x 1 x 1 inches
- Special Feature : Pre-Chilled; Dark Purple Flowers; Fringed Parrot Petals; Indoor Forcing