{"product_id":"tulip-queen-of-the-night-pack-of-2-bulbs","title":"Tulip Queen of the Night (Pack of 2 Bulbs)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eTulip Queen of the Night (Pack of 2 Bulbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Tulipa hybrida, Single Late Group)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNOT to WA \u0026amp; TAS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eAdd a touch of drama and sophistication to your spring garden with Tulip Queen of the Night, one of the most iconic and sought-after tulips in the world. Famous for its deep, velvety maroon-purple blooms that appear almost black in certain light, this heirloom variety has captivated gardeners since its introduction in the 1940s. Tall, elegant, and utterly striking, Tulip Queen of the Night is a must-have for any gardener seeking bold colour and timeless beauty during the late spring season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eTulip Queen of the Night belongs to the Single Late Group, prized for their large, goblet-shaped flowers carried on strong, upright stems. The blooms display a rich, saturated maroon-purple tone with a subtle velvety sheen that shifts between deep plum and near-black depending on the light. This dramatic colour makes Queen of the Night exceptionally versatile in the garden, pairing beautifully with white, cream, pink, and orange flowering companions to create breathtaking contrast. The long, sturdy stems and classic cup-shaped form make this variety outstanding as a cut flower, bringing elegance and intrigue to floral arrangements. Often called the closest any hybridiser has come to a truly black tulip, Queen of the Night consistently ranks among the world's most popular tulip varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 3.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBulb count: 2 per pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 3.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlower colours: Deep velvety maroon-purple, appearing almost black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 3.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003ePlant height: 55 to 65 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 3.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBloom time: October to November (late Australian spring)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 3.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eNaturalising: Yes, in cool to temperate climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 3.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSun requirements: Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 3.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSoil type: Well-drained, enriched with compost or organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 3.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFrost tolerance: Tolerates frost during dormancy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 10.0pt 0cm 4.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003ePlant Tulip Queen of the Night bulbs from March onwards, with the ideal planting window around Mother's Day in May when the soil has cooled to support healthy bulb growth. Select a position in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Provide afternoon shade in warmer areas to prolong bloom life. Prepare the soil to a depth of 20 cm and enrich it with compost or well-rotted manure. Plant bulbs 10 cm deep in cooler climates or 15 cm deep in warmer regions, spaced 10 to 15 cm apart with the pointed end facing upward. For container planting, choose a pot with drainage holes, use a quality potting mix enriched with compost, and position bulbs close together for a full, lush display, ensuring they do not touch one another. Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil and initiate root growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering and Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eMaintain consistent moisture after planting but avoid waterlogging, which can cause bulb rot. Apply a 5 cm layer of mulch such as straw or bark chips to retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and keep soil temperatures stable. Incorporate compost at planting time for slow-release nutrition. As the first leaves emerge, apply a liquid fertiliser to encourage strong growth. Once flowering is complete, feed with a balanced fertiliser such as blood and bone to replenish the bulb's energy stores for the following year. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilisers that encourage excessive leaf growth at the expense of flowers. Bulbs arrive pre-chilled and are ready to plant once soil conditions are suitable. If the soil is still warm at delivery, store bulbs in a cool, dry location or refrigerate at 2 to 5 degrees Celsius, keeping them away from ethylene-producing fruits like apples and bananas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Advice\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eAllow the foliage to die back naturally after blooming. The leaves continue to gather sunlight and transfer energy back into the bulb, which is essential for strong flowering the following year. Only remove leaves once they have turned fully yellow. Deadhead spent blooms promptly to prevent the plant from directing energy into seed production. Gradually reduce watering as the foliage yellows and the bulb enters its dormant period. Every 3 to 5 years, lift and divide bulbs after the foliage has died to prevent overcrowding. Separate offsets and replant immediately or store in a cool, dry place for planting the following autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClimate Zone Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCool and Alpine (ACT, VIC Highlands, NSW Tablelands): \u003c\/b\u003eOutstanding results. The cold winters in these regions provide the sustained chilling period that tulips need for reliable, vigorous spring flowering. Bulbs naturalise well and return year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperate (Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, coastal NSW): \u003c\/b\u003eReliable performance with consistent blooms each spring. Plant at the deeper recommended depth and mulch generously to maintain cool soil conditions through summer dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubtropical (Brisbane, coastal QLD): \u003c\/b\u003eResults may vary. Pre-chill bulbs in the refrigerator for 6 to 8 weeks before planting. In humid subtropical zones, treat Queen of the Night as an annual for the best display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTropical and Arid (Darwin, Far North QLD): \u003c\/b\u003eNot recommended without extended cold treatment. These regions do not provide the natural chilling period required for successful tulip flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Warnings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eAll parts of the tulip plant, including bulbs, stems, leaves, and flowers, are toxic if ingested by humans, dogs, cats, and livestock. Keep bulbs stored safely away from children and pets. Wear gloves when handling bulbs as the sap can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals. Do not plant near vegetable gardens where accidental ingestion is a risk. If ingestion occurs, seek medical or veterinary advice immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51837557113144,"sku":"BULB-F-273","price":11.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/files\/tulip-queen-of-the-night-pack-of-2-bulbs-5737795.jpg?v=1772300407","url":"https:\/\/www.happyvalleyseeds.com.au\/products\/tulip-queen-of-the-night-pack-of-2-bulbs","provider":"Happy Valley Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}