Growers have sought for centuries a true, pure Black Tulip. While some have been close, even the very best resemble a deep shade of purple, and so the search remains for this "Holy Grail" of the Tulip world.
September 26, 2017 - Today's #TulipFact: The word "Tulip" actually comes from the Persian word for Turban, as the first to domesticate the beautiful flower were Ottoman Emperors!
Although rarely used for food, Tulip Bulbs are edible and were used, with recipes, to prevent starvation during World War II - their taste resembles potatoes or onions!