Description

🌷 Tulipa Single Late ‘Queen of Night’ – 3 Bulbs

Add dramatic colour to your spring garden with ‘Queen of Night’. Its glossy, deep purple-maroon flowers appear almost black in some light, creating a striking contrast alongside white, pink or pale yellow blooms.

🌼 At a Glance

• Flower colour: Deep purple-maroon, appearing almost black
• Flower type: Single, cup-shaped blooms
• Flowering season: Late spring; timing may be earlier in Malta
• Height: Approximately 60 cm
• Position: Sun or light shade
• Ideal for: Borders, patio containers and cut flowers
• Pack contents: 3 bulbs
• Care level: Moderate in Malta; sufficient chilling is important

🪴 Planting Instructions

• When to plant: Late autumn to early winter, once the soil has cooled.
• Planting depth: Approximately 15–20 cm, measured to the bulb’s base.
• Spacing: Allow 10–15 cm between bulbs.
• Soil: Fertile, freely draining soil or potting mix.
• Planting method: Plant pointed end upwards, cover and water in. Use containers with drainage holes.

💧 Watering

Keep soil moderately moist during active growth. Avoid waterlogging and reduce watering as foliage dies back.

☀️ Light & Position

Choose a bright position sheltered from strong winds. Light afternoon shade can help flowers last longer on warm patios.

🌿 Feeding

For container-grown bulbs, apply a potassium-rich liquid feed during active growth, following the label instructions.

🍃 After Flowering

Remove faded flower heads and allow foliage to die back naturally. Bulbs may be saved, but repeat flowering can be unreliable in Malta’s mild climate.

🇲🇹 Local Growing Tips

If bulbs have not already been chilled, refrigerate them in a paper bag for 6–8 weeks before planting. Keep them away from ripening fruit and do not freeze them. Plant promptly afterwards into cool soil.

🐕🐈 Pet Safety

Tulips are toxic to dogs and cats if eaten, particularly the bulbs. Keep plants and loose bulbs out of pets’ reach.