Tulipa 'Negrita Double'

Delivery begins from 14 September 2026
Spring flowering bulbs and plants are scheduled to begin delivery from 14 September 2026.

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Delivery begins from 14 September 2026

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Negrita Double, often admired for its rich purple colouring, is a bulb variety especially well suited to pots & containers.

Tulipa 'Negrita Double' is a richly coloured, peony-flowered tulip with generous, double blooms in a deep, velvety purple. In April and May it brings a quietly luxurious note to spring containers and borders, and it is equally at home in the vase for elegant, full-bodied arrangements.

Plant in autumn for a composed display the following spring—best in well-drained soil, with bulbs tucked neatly at the front to middle of the border or arranged en masse in pots for maximum impact.

  • Colour: Rich purple
  • Flower form: Peony Flowered (double)
  • Ideal for: Pots & containers, borders, and cut flowers
  • Hardiness: Fully Hardy
  • Skill level: Easy
Botanical name Tulipa 'Negrita Double'
Flower colour Rich purple
Bulb size 11/12
Established height 40–50cm
Established spread 10–15cm
Plant spacing 10–12cm
Leaf colour Mid green
Habit Upright, clump-forming
Life cycle Perennial bulb
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Years to establish 1
Sunlight Full-Sun, Partial Sun
Position Front to middle of border; containers
Suitable for Pots & Containers, Borders, Cut Flowers
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Moist but well-drained
Soil type Well-drained
RHS Award (AGM) No
Growing skill Easy
Pollinator-friendly Yes
Deer resistant No

Where to Plant:

Tulipa 'Negrita Double' needs full-sun, partial sun and a warm, sheltered position for the best flowering. Plant into fertile, humus-rich soil that drains well, and choose a spot protected from strong winds, especially for taller varieties.

How to Plant:

Plant bulb from September to December once conditions are suitable. Set them at the correct depth for the variety, spacing 10–12cm apart where relevant, then firm in gently and water well after planting.

Aftercare:

Water regularly in dry weather and feed every two to three weeks once buds appear. Stake taller stems early and deadhead to keep plants flowering. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally before lifting or protecting bulb according to local conditions.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Attracts wildlife

Good for cutting

Tulipa 'Negrita Double' - Harding & Bloom

Tulipa 'Negrita Double'

£4.99

£4.99

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Arrived quickly and well-packaged. Planted them in some pots on the patio and they all came up. Look beautiful. Thank you!

Careane Wallace

Oxfordshire, UK

The bulbs arrived beautifully packaged and you could just tell they were excellent quality. We had the most wonderful display of daffodils this spring on our patio. Simply stunning. Will definitely be ordering again

David P

Kent, UK

I ordered the mixed hyacinth collection and the scent in my garden this April was absolutely heavenly. Every single bulb produced a strong, beautiful flower and the colours were stunning together. A fantastic purchase, I'll be back for more next year!

Eleanor R

Somerset