The Tulip 'Black Hero', 'Tulipa double late', is a fall planted bulb. This masterpiece is a sport of 'Queen of Night' and has the same distinctive midnight-black flowers. Plant these double Tulips in a prime spot, for instance along your driveway, so that everyone can admire them. Combine them with early daffodils and hyacinths for a wonderful welcome to spring. These tulips bloom in late spring for a 3 week period.
For the best effects, plant the bulbs in clusters of 5 to 15 bulbs of one variety, or scatter clusters throughout the garden or flower border. Tulips do best in well-drained soil. It is advisable not to plant tulips in the same location in the garden year after year. If possible, plant in a somewhat sheltered location. Tulips are excellent for mass planting, rock gardens, containers and borders.