Fringed and twisted petals in deepest maroon-black. Looks more like an exotic bird than a tulip and steals every spring arrangement.
The bulbs are the dangerous part for cats and dogs, and they hold far more of the toxin than the flower does. A pet that digs up a newly planted bed is the usual way this happens. Vomiting and drooling are the common signs; plant where a dog does not dig and keep spare bulbs stored away.
- Bloom Season
- Apr to May
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 20-26"
- Bloom Colors
- Purple
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Tulipa 'Black Parrot' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Black Parrot Tulip unambiguously. The genus Tulipa places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Black Parrot Tulip, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Tulipa 'Black Parrot' will give you the most precise results.