Tulip ‘Black Hero’

Name: Tulip ‘Black Hero’ — Orris
Brand: Orris
Price: 25.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$25.00

Tulip ‘Black Hero’ is a dramatic, double late tulip known for its densely layered petals in a deep, velvety maroon that reads nearly black in certain light. Its full, peony-like form adds richness and depth to spring plantings, creating a striking contrast when paired with softer tones. Blooming later in the tulip season, it extends interest in the garden while offering sturdy stems ideal for cutting. With its moody elegance and sculptural presence, this variety brings a refined intensity to both beds and arrangements.

Perfect for adding depth and contrast to spring borders, sophisticated cutting gardens, and moody, tonal floral arrangements.

What you’ll receive:

(5) Tulip ‘Black Hero’ bulbs, ready for planting in fall

Plant details:

Color: Near-black, plum double blooms

Height: 1.5-2 ft

Sun: Full sun

Bloom season: Mid to late spring

Quick planting tips:

Plant in fall before the ground freezes in well-draining soil

Plant bulbs 6–8” deep and 4–6” apart

Water after planting, then allow natural rainfall to support growth; avoid overly wet soil

Orris is a North Carolina–based company focused on small-batch, high-quality tubers, flower bulbs, rhizomes, and corms. We import all of our stock from Holland, sourcing from trusted Dutch and European growers known for producing clean, vigorous planting material trusted by flower farmers and serious home gardeners. Grown using low-input practices with minimal to no pesticide exposure, each piece is carefully handled and stored to ensure strong growth and maximum viability.

Tulip ‘Black Hero’ is a dramatic, double late tulip known for its densely layered petals in a deep, velvety maroon that reads nearly black in certain light. Its full, peony-like form adds richness and depth to spring plantings, creating a striking contrast when paired with softer tones. Blooming later in the tulip season, it extends interest in the garden while offering sturdy stems ideal for cutting. With its moody elegance and sculptural presence, this variety brings a refined intensity to both beds and arrangements.

Perfect for adding depth and contrast to spring borders, sophisticated cutting gardens, and moody, tonal floral arrangements.

What you’ll receive:

(5) Tulip ‘Black Hero’ bulbs, ready for planting in fall

Plant details:

Color: Near-black, plum double blooms

Height: 1.5-2 ft

Sun: Full sun

Bloom season: Mid to late spring

Quick planting tips:

Plant in fall before the ground freezes in well-draining soil

Plant bulbs 6–8” deep and 4–6” apart

Water after planting, then allow natural rainfall to support growth; avoid overly wet soil

Orris is a North Carolina–based company focused on small-batch, high-quality tubers, flower bulbs, rhizomes, and corms. We import all of our stock from Holland, sourcing from trusted Dutch and European growers known for producing clean, vigorous planting material trusted by flower farmers and serious home gardeners. Grown using low-input practices with minimal to no pesticide exposure, each piece is carefully handled and stored to ensure strong growth and maximum viability.

Shipping & Seasonal Fulfillment

Orris ships bulbs according to the natural planting season for your climate. Orders are timed so your bulbs arrive when planting conditions are right in your region.

All preorders ship first. Once seasonal preorders are fulfilled, in-stock items typically ship within 7–10 business days.

Because bulbs are living materials, exact dates may shift slightly depending on harvest timing and availability. For our full Purchase & Returns policy, please view it here.

Spring Shipping

Spring-planted bulbs ship when soil temperatures allow for successful planting. Shipments move north as the season progresses.

Spring Shipping Windows

Planting Zone & Estimated Shipping Window

Zones 8–11: Mid March

Zones 6–7: Late March to early April

Zone 5: Mid to late April

Zones 3–4: Late April to early May

Spring preorder shipments begin mid-March.

After all preorders have been processed, in-stock orders ship within 7–10 business days.

Please note that we cannot guarantee spring bulb shipments before March 17.

Fall Shipping

Fall is our primary planting season and the largest shipping window of the year. Orders are shipped based on planting readiness and harvest timing.

Fall Shipping Windows

Planting Zone & Estimated Shipping Window

Bearded Iris: Mid to late August

Fall-planted bulbs: Mid to late September

Peonies, lilies, daylilies, and root perennials: Early to mid October

Amaryllis (indoor growing): Early to mid November

Fall preorder fulfillment typically begins mid-September.

Preorders ship in the order they were placed, with colder climates prioritized first. Once preorders are completed, in-stock orders ship within 7–10 business days.

Orders that include both bulbs and later-harvest roots will ship together once the full order is ready.

Fall bulbs generally cannot be guaranteed to ship before September 18, with the exception of bearded iris.

Weather Advisory

Bulbs are resilient, but extreme weather can impact shipping conditions.

If temperatures drop to levels that may cause damage during transit, Orris may temporarily delay shipment until conditions are safe

Our priority is ensuring bulbs arrive healthy and ready to plant. Weather-related adjustments may slightly extend shipping timelines.