Featured Black Flowers
Tropaeolum minus Black Nasturtium
Tropaeolum minus, commonly known as Black Nasturtium, is a trailing flower that can be used for climbing or as a ground cover, and is almost black in color. Nicknamed "Black Velvet", this annual flower prefers to be planted in areas with full sun and in well drained soil. This is also a good flower choice for areas with poor soil. These plants are started from seeds that can be sown directly … [Read More...]
Sooty Sweet William
Dianthus barabatus, commonly known as Sooty Sweet William, is an easy to care for biennial plant that is self seeding. A popular choice in cottage gardens, this plant also works well in a gothic garden because of the purplish black foliage and dark maroon or black flowers that bloom in clusters for several weeks during the growing season. The removal of flowers that are done blooming will … [Read More...]
Black Flowers Perennials
Planting Bulbs
As the days of summer begin to wind down and the kids go back to school, it's time to start thinking about fall planting. If you've been thinking about planting bulbs that will bloom into beautiful flowers next spring, now is the time to start making some decisions about which plants to add. For those interested in a less traditional garden, such as a Gothic garden, there are several black flowers … [Read More...]
Queen of the Night Tulip
The Queen of the Night Tulip, or black tulip, is actually a deep maroon color that appears black in certain lighting. As one of the almost black flowers available today, this one makes a great addition to any garden, especially one with a gothic theme. Even the name gives this flower a certain mystique, perfect for a gothic setting. This virtually black tulip is the product of many years of … [Read More...]