Botanical Name: Tulipa
Description: Fully double blossoms of a deep purple with rose shadings resemble peonies in form.  The flowers are large, have ruffled petals, and top very stout 20-inch stems.  Blooms begin in late spring and continue over a 3 week period.  Long-lasting as cut flowers.  Plant in groups of 5 to 15 bulbs for best effect in the garden.