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Queen Of The Night Tulip

Tulipa 'Queen Of The Night'

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Overview

Tulipa 'Queen of the Night' enchants with its near-black, satin-like petals. These intriguing blooms stand atop 24 to 30-inch stems in late spring. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, this tulip prefers full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Space bulbs 4 to 6 inches apart. With its dramatic color, it creates stunning contrast when paired with lighter blooms. Ideal for borders and as a striking cut flower.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–8Type BulbClimate Temperate
Queen Of The Night Tulip (Tulipa 'Queen Of The Night') — bulb for full or half

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Bulb
Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Queen Of The Night Tulip (Tulipa 'Queen Of The Night') — the 'Queen of the Night' unveils its sumptuous flowers in May
Queen Of The Night Tulip (Tulipa 'Queen Of The Night') — bulbs should be planted in the fall
Queen Of The Night Tulip (Tulipa 'Queen Of The Night') — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 8, favoring well-drained soil and a full sun to partial shade
Queen Of The Night Tulip (Tulipa 'Queen Of The Night') — With its dramatic color, it creates stunning contrast when paired with lighter blooms
Queen Of The Night Tulip (Tulipa 'Queen Of The Night') — allowing for adequate root expansion and healthy development.<br><br>Maintenance is minimal
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