Tulip Double Late Black Hero 5 bulbs/pkg

Tulipa 'Black Hero' is a captivating double late tulip that brings dramatic elegance to any landscape design. With its deep maroon to nearly black, peony-like blooms, this striking variety makes a bold statement in spring gardens.

Impressive 20-24 inch height makes them perfect for back borders and focal points
Fully double, peony-like blooms create rich textural interest
Deep maroon-black coloration offers sophisticated contrast against lighter plantings
Pleasant fragrance adds sensory dimension to garden designs
Long-lasting blooms extend the spring display season
Excellent cut flower potential for commercial florists and event planners Pairs beautifully with silver foliage plants, white flowers, or bright spring perennials

Plant Black Hero tulip bulbs in fall, approximately 6-8 weeks before the first hard frost. These versatile performers thrive in full sun but tolerate partial shade, making them suitable for diverse landscape settings. Plant bulbs 6-8 inches deep and 4-6 inches apart in well-drained, fertile soil. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, Black Hero blooms in late spring when many other tulips have faded.