25 Tulip Triumph Bulb- Negrita,12/+cm Negrita has been a top-selling tulip for more than 40 years. Its distinctive flowers are purple-burgundy with violet and lavender overtones. These traditionally shaped tulip flowers bloom with a absolutely stunning deep purple hue. Negrita Triumph Tulip appears truly captivating when planted in masses and also looks great in cutflower bouquets. Triumph are the traditional tulip shape that stands up to bad weather and best choice for forcing! Perennial in Zones 3 - 8. Tulipa. Size 12/+ cm. This item will Bloom/Grow Mid Spring ind a location where the soil drains well. If there are still puddles of water 5-6 hours after a hard rain, scout out another site. Or amend the soil with the addition of organic material to raise the level 2 - 3 inches to improve the drainage. Peat moss, compost, ground bark or decomposed manure all work well and are widely available. Plant your tulips where they will get full sun to light shade. Keep in mind that for tulips to return in subsequent springs they will need a period of winter cooling. This happens easily in northern areas and will occur to the cooler parts of zone 8. (Some bulb sellers suggest that tulips will return after growing the year round warmth of zone 9. Sadly, it's just wishful thinking.)