The tulips are out and about! And contrary to what Holland’s classic advertising suggests, not all bulbs sprout cup-like, candy-colored petals. In some cases they fall more in line with the imagery of Poe.
Don’t worry, Holland. We love you.
Tulipa ‘Black Parrot’ — Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Tags: Black Parrot, Morning Eye Candy, Spring, tulip
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Ooh, like this tulip, where in the garden can I see it?
You can catch this one in the Perennial Garden!