Tulip ‘Queen of the Night’ Bulbs (11/12cm) – Stunning Dark Purple-Black Tulips

Add drama, elegance, and sophistication to your spring garden with Tulip ‘Queen of the Night’, one of the darkest and most striking tulips available. Famous for its rich, velvety purple-black blooms, this exceptional Single Late tulip creates a breathtaking display in borders, containers, and cut flower arrangements.

Flowering in May, the elegant goblet-shaped blooms rise gracefully on strong stems to around 45cm, bringing depth and contrast to spring planting schemes. Its luxurious dark colouring pairs beautifully with white, pink, cream, and purple tulips, making it a favourite among gardeners and floral designers alike. Adding to its appeal, Queen of the Night produces a subtle fragrance that enhances its presence in the garden.

Whether planted in sweeping drifts or as a dramatic focal point, this iconic tulip delivers outstanding visual impact and timeless beauty.

Key Features

• Spectacular deep purple-black flowers
• One of the darkest tulip varieties available
• Elegant Single Late tulip with large blooms
• Lightly scented flowers
• Ideal for borders, beds, and containers
• Excellent cut flower for dramatic bouquets
• Strong stems and reliable garden performance
• Perfect for creating contrast in spring displays

Planting Information

• Botanical Name: Tulipa ‘Queen of the Night’
• Bulb Size: 11/12cm
• Flower Colour: Deep Purple-Black
• Foliage Colour: Green
• Height: Approximately 45cm
• Flowering Time: May
• Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Suitable For: Borders, Beds, Containers, Patio Displays, Cut Flower Gardens

Growing Conditions

• Planting Time: September to December
• Soil Type: Fertile, Well-Drained Soil
• Planting Depth: Approximately 10cm
• Plant Spacing: 10–15cm Apart
• Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Hardiness: Fully Hardy
• Growing Difficulty: Easy to Grow

Why Choose Tulip Queen of the Night?

A true garden classic, Tulip Queen of the Night is prized for its extraordinary dark blooms and elegant form. Its rich colouring adds depth and sophistication to any planting scheme, while its subtle fragrance and long-lasting flowers make it equally valuable in the garden and as a cut flower.

Plant in autumn and enjoy a spectacular late-spring display of velvety, near-black blooms that bring dramatic beauty and timeless elegance to your garden.