Black Horse
Tulips
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A reliable late-season tulip variety with a deep black hue and strong resistance to key fungal diseases.
Description
Field Performance of the 'Black Horse' Tulip
For the professional grower, choosing 'Black Horse' means investing in reliability and harvest predictability. As a classic late-flowering tulip, this cultivar offers exceptional resilience, making it a dependable choice for both open-field cultivation and greenhouse production.
Disease Resistance and Farm Economics
The standout feature of 'Black Horse' is its genetic resistance to common fungal pathogens, including downy mildew (peronospora), phomopsis, phoma, and sunflower rust. From an operational standpoint, this drastically reduces the need for frequent fungicide applications. By minimizing chemical input, farmers can effectively lower production costs and reduce soil impact, streamlining the overall crop management cycle.
Maintenance and Operational Specs
- Flowering Window: As a late-season bloomer, it perfectly extends your sales season, filling the gap after early and mid-season varieties have cleared the market.
- Physical Traits: The medium stem height simplifies logistics; the plants are compact, resistant to lodging in windy conditions, and easy to pack for distribution.
- Market Value: The intense, deep black pigmentation provides a premium aesthetic that is highly sought after in the floral retail industry.
Managing a 'Black Horse' crop requires no specialized equipment or complex technical protocols. Standard irrigation and fertilization programs are sufficient to ensure a consistent yield of high-quality bulbs. This variety remains unfussy regarding soil composition, though proper drainage is essential to ensure long-term health. It serves as a reliable workhorse for producers prioritizing efficiency and consistent output.
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Disease resistance
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Classes: Tulip Type
Classes: Tulip Type
Class 1. Early Simple. These tulips have been known since the end of the 17th century. They are characterized by low stems (25-40 cm), strong and sturdy, resistant to rain and wind. Flowers are cup-shaped or bowl-shaped, predominantly warm colors (yellow and red). Early flowering... |
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Groups: By Flowering Period
Groups: By Flowering Period
According to the classification adopted in 1969, all existing varieties, introduced species, their cultivars, and various hybrids are grouped into 15 garden classes. Similar classes are further grouped into four groups. Among them, by flowering time, three groups are distinguishe... |
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| Blooming: Petal Color | |
| Plant Height | Medium |
| Catalog | Catalog → Tulips |
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