{"product_id":"triumph-tulip-black-diamond-tulipa-hybrida-dark-purple-to-black-blooms","title":"Triumph Tulip ‘Black Diamond’ (Tulipa hybrida) – Dark Purple to Black Blooms","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"321\" data-start=\"261\"\u003e🌷 \u003cstrong data-end=\"318\" data-start=\"264\"\u003eDeep Purple-Black Blooms for a Bold Spring Display\u003c\/strong\u003e 🌷\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"591\" data-start=\"323\"\u003eTriumph Tulip ‘Black Diamond’ is a striking mid-season tulip with rich, velvety deep purple to near-black blooms. Its classic Triumph tulip shape, strong upright stems, and dramatic colouring make it perfect for garden beds, borders, pots, and cut flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"783\" data-start=\"593\"\u003eSupplied as dormant dry bulbs, ‘Black Diamond’ performs best in cool to temperate climates and can also be grown as an annual in warmer areas when bulbs are properly chilled before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"828\" data-start=\"785\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"798\" data-start=\"785\"\u003eReady Now \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"801\" data-start=\"798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"828\" data-start=\"801\"\u003eSubject to availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"830\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"861\" data-start=\"835\" data-section-id=\"1byjecs\"\u003e🌱 Growing \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1184\" data-start=\"863\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"882\" data-start=\"863\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tulipa hybrida\u003cbr data-end=\"900\" data-start=\"897\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"916\" data-start=\"900\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triumph Tulip ‘Black Diamond’\u003cbr data-end=\"949\" data-start=\"946\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"965\" data-start=\"949\"\u003eSupplied As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dormant dry bulbs\u003cbr data-end=\"986\" data-start=\"983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1005\" data-start=\"986\"\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e September to October\u003cbr data-end=\"1029\" data-start=\"1026\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1040\" data-start=\"1029\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 50cm\u003cbr data-end=\"1056\" data-start=\"1053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"1056\"\u003eAspect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to semi-shade\u003cbr data-end=\"1093\" data-start=\"1090\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1109\" data-start=\"1093\"\u003eFrost Hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr data-end=\"1116\" data-start=\"1113\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1135\" data-start=\"1116\"\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15cm deep\u003cbr data-end=\"1151\" data-start=\"1148\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1163\" data-start=\"1151\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 10cm apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1189\" data-start=\"1186\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1227\" data-start=\"1191\" data-section-id=\"1d1cio5\"\u003e🌏 Growing Zones \u0026amp; Suitable Areas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1421\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1273\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003eZone 1 – Cool Temperate \u0026amp; Alpine Regions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1276\" data-start=\"1273\"\u003eSuitable for direct planting. Pre-chilling is generally not required.\u003cbr data-end=\"1348\" data-start=\"1345\"\u003eExamples: Tasmania, Victorian highlands, ACT, cooler parts of NSW and SA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1624\" data-start=\"1423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1454\" data-start=\"1423\"\u003eZone 2 – Temperate Climates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1457\" data-start=\"1454\"\u003eUsually suitable for direct planting, though warmer areas may benefit from 6 weeks of pre-chilling.\u003cbr data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1556\"\u003eExamples: Victoria, southern NSW, Adelaide Hills and parts of SA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1784\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1672\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003eZone 3 – Mediterranean \u0026amp; Mild Winter Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1672\"\u003ePre-chilling for 6–8 weeks is recommended before planting.\u003cbr data-end=\"1736\" data-start=\"1733\"\u003eExamples: Perth, coastal SA and parts of Sydney.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1960\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1829\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003eZone 4 – Warm Temperate \u0026amp; Coastal Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1832\" data-start=\"1829\"\u003ePre-chilling for around 8 weeks is recommended before planting in May.\u003cbr data-end=\"1905\" data-start=\"1902\"\u003eExamples: Brisbane, coastal NSW and warmer parts of WA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1965\" data-start=\"1962\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1995\" data-start=\"1967\" data-section-id=\"6fsvyx\"\u003e🌼 Planting \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2130\" data-start=\"1997\"\u003ePlant tulip bulbs from \u003cstrong data-end=\"2036\" data-start=\"2020\"\u003eMarch to May\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on your climate. In warmer regions, plant after refrigeration, usually around May.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2263\" data-start=\"2132\"\u003eChoose a well-drained soil enriched with compost. Tulips dislike wet feet, so raised beds or pots are ideal where drainage is poor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2489\" data-start=\"2265\"\u003eWater well once shoots begin to emerge. A high-nitrogen top dressing can be applied when the first shoots appear. After flowering, remove spent blooms but allow the foliage to die back naturally so the bulb can store energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2585\" data-start=\"2491\"\u003eOnce the foliage has yellowed, bulbs can be lifted and stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2590\" data-start=\"2587\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2592\" data-section-id=\"1mm1rla\"\u003e🌡️ Refrigerating Tulips in Warmer Climates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2784\" data-start=\"2640\"\u003eTulips need a cold period to flower well. In areas without a reliable winter chill, place bulbs in the fridge for \u003cstrong data-end=\"2783\" data-start=\"2754\"\u003e6–8 weeks before planting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2902\" data-start=\"2786\"\u003eStore bulbs in a paper or ventilated bag and keep them away from ripening fruit and vegetables. Do not freeze bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2994\" data-start=\"2904\"\u003ePre-chilled bulbs often grow stronger, taller, and flower more reliably in warmer regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2999\" data-start=\"2996\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3049\" data-start=\"3001\" data-section-id=\"1whulqq\"\u003e🌿 Growing Tulips as Annuals in Warm Climates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3203\" data-start=\"3051\"\u003eIn warmer parts of Australia, tulips are often best treated as annuals. Chill the bulbs first, then plant into garden beds or large pots in late autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3387\" data-start=\"3205\"\u003eFor pots, use a quality free-draining potting mix and keep containers in a cool, shaded position until shoots reach around 5cm. Then move them into a brighter position for flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3392\" data-start=\"3389\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3433\" data-start=\"3394\" data-section-id=\"fwp1ei\"\u003e💐 Why Choose Tulip ‘Black Diamond’?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3727\" data-start=\"3435\"\u003e✔ Dramatic deep purple to near-black blooms\u003cbr data-end=\"3481\" data-start=\"3478\"\u003e✔ Classic Triumph tulip form\u003cbr data-end=\"3512\" data-start=\"3509\"\u003e✔ Strong upright stems, ideal for pots and garden beds\u003cbr data-end=\"3569\" data-start=\"3566\"\u003e✔ Excellent contrast colour for spring displays\u003cbr data-end=\"3619\" data-start=\"3616\"\u003e✔ Suitable for cut flowers\u003cbr data-end=\"3648\" data-start=\"3645\"\u003e✔ Best in cool to temperate climates, or grown as an annual in warmer regions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3732\" data-start=\"3729\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3744\" data-start=\"3734\" data-section-id=\"oodugz\"\u003e🌿 FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4039\" data-start=\"3746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3795\" data-start=\"3746\"\u003eDo I need to pre-chill Tulip ‘Black Diamond’?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3798\" data-start=\"3795\"\u003eIn cool climates such as Tasmania, the Victorian highlands, ACT, cooler NSW and the Adelaide Hills, pre-chilling is usually not required. In warmer areas such as Sydney, Perth, Brisbane and coastal NSW, chilling for 6–8 weeks is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4196\" data-start=\"4041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4086\" data-start=\"4041\"\u003eCan I grow Tulip ‘Black Diamond’ in pots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4089\" data-start=\"4086\"\u003eYes. Tulips grow beautifully in pots and containers, provided the pot is deep enough and has good drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4403\" data-start=\"4198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4256\" data-start=\"4198\"\u003eCan I leave tulip bulbs in the ground year after year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4259\" data-start=\"4256\"\u003eIn colder climates, some tulips may return, though flowering can reduce over time. In warmer climates, they are usually best treated as annuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4560\" data-start=\"4405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4448\" data-start=\"4405\"\u003eWhen will Tulip ‘Black Diamond’ flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4451\" data-start=\"4448\"\u003eTulip ‘Black Diamond’ usually flowers from September to October, depending on your climate and planting time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oldboy's Flowers","offers":[{"title":"3 x Bulbs","offer_id":45250875097141,"sku":null,"price":13.41,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 x Bulbs","offer_id":45250875129909,"sku":null,"price":20.61,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 x Bulbs","offer_id":45250875162677,"sku":null,"price":35.91,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"20 x Bulbs","offer_id":45250875195445,"sku":null,"price":65.7,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0297\/4629\/8933\/files\/triumph-tulip-black-diamond-tulipa-hybrida-dark-purple-to-black-blooms-5860772.jpg?v=1779727088","url":"https:\/\/www.oldboysflowers.com.au\/products\/triumph-tulip-black-diamond-tulipa-hybrida-dark-purple-to-black-blooms","provider":"Oldboy's Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}