Gardening Flowers 9 Exciting Black Flowers You Need to Grow in Your Garden These dark-hued blooms are sure to make a statement in your landscape or vase. By Mackenzie Nichols Mackenzie Nichols Mackenzie Nichols is a freelance writer specializing in horticulture and entertainment journalism. Her expertise is writing articles about new plants, garden trends, tips and tricks for gardeners, entertainment trends, Q&A's with business leaders in entertainment and horticulture, and newsworthy articles relating to trends in modern society. She has over 5 years of experience writing for major publications. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on October 12, 2023 Black flowers rarely occur in nature, but when they do, they're showstoppers. Looking closely, you'll see that their petals are very dark red or purple. Nevertheless, these inky-hued flowers will turn heads in moody bouquets. And in the garden, they're perfect for a farmhouse-style planting where they'll add depth, intrigue, and mystery. The following plants produce some of the most striking black flowers you can grow in your garden. Most of these varieties are winter hardy across several regions of the country, so they'll return every year. Their blooms can last up to two weeks in a vase, a plus for cutting gardens and floral arrangements. 11 Best Purple Flowering Plants to Add to Your Garden 01 of 09 Black Dahlia Peter Krumhardt The dahlia is a fan-favorite black flower during the fall months in seasonal arrangements. Its dusky flowers make it a garden standout when it begins blooming in late summer into autumn. Zones: 8-11 Height: Up to 5 feet tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil How Wrap Flowers from the Grocery Store for a Beautiful Bouquet 02 of 09 Queen of the Night Tulip Jay Wilde A simple bulb to grow, 'Queen of the Night' tulip makes a dramatic addition to containers, beds, and borders. In late spring, its velvety, near-black flowers look especially eye-catching when combined with white or yellow flowers. Zones: 2-8 Height: Up to 2 feet tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil 03 of 09 Chocolate Cosmos Michael Jensen Though these summer blooms are deep burgundy close up, they appear to be almost-black flowers from a distance. This perennial grows particularly well in containers but can also fill among larger blooms like dahlias or lilies in your garden. Chocolate cosmos emits a scent similar to red velvet cake, adding fine fragrance to floral arrangements. Zones: 7-11 Height: Up to 4 feet tall Growing conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil 3 Potted Plant Arrangement Ideas for a Gorgeous Patio Garden 04 of 09 Black Bat Flower passion4nature/Getty Images Native to tropical areas of Asia, black bat flowers can survive outdoors in subtropical climates, too. In colder regions, move them indoors for winter, where they make intriguing houseplants. The whiskery flowers usually appear in summer into fall. Zones: 10-11 Height: 2-3 feet Growing conditions: Part to full shade and well-drained soil 05 of 09 Watchman Hollyhock Susan A. Roth This variety of hollyhock looks stunning in the back of borders or beds. It blooms on tall, sturdy stems in mid to late summer, its large, almost-black flowers attracting all sorts of pollinators. Zones: 3-9 Height: 5-6 feet Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil 10 Best Low-Growing Perennial Border Plants To Grow 06 of 09 New York Night Hellebore Walters Gardens, Inc. This perennial will give your garden an air of mystery as it starts blooming in late winter. The flower's dark purple hue and yellow center make for exciting additions to floral arrangements. Zones: 4-9 Height: Up to 2 feet Growing conditions: Part to full shade and well-drained soil 07 of 09 Black Baccara Rose jessica solomatenko/Getty Images 'Black Baccara' is a petite hybrid tea rose that blooms from spring to fall. Its velvety burgundy petals darken to look like black flowers as they age. Its long, sturdy stems last for up to two weeks in a vase. Zones: 5-9 Height: Up to 4 feet tall Growing conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil 08 of 09 Night Rider Lily Courtesy of Jerzy Strzelecki/Wikimedia Commons Large, satiny-textured, deep violet 'Night Rider' hybrid lilies make striking additions to containers and flower beds. Each stem produces several buds that open from early to mid-summer. The upward-facing flowers work especially well for cut arrangements, too. Zones: 4-9 Height: Up to 30 inches tall Growing conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil 29 Flower Pot Ideas for Stunning Mixes of Blooms and Foliage 09 of 09 Black Knight Sweet Peas Kritsada Panichgul One of the darkest varieties of sweet pea, 'Black Knight' blooms are a deep crimson that look like black flowers in shade. These climbing annuals will add a strong fragrance while they bloom for several weeks from spring to summer. Zones: Annual Height: Up to 6 feet tall Growing conditions: Full sun to light shade and evenly moist, well-drained soil What to Know About Well-Drained Soil and Boosting Plant Drainage Other Unique Plants and Garden Ideas Update your backyard with unusual plants and garden ideas that add an unexpected and delightful touch. These purple-leaved plants will contrast with green leaves to enhance both hues. White Hydrangeas may not be as flashy as their pink and purple counterparts, but they're just as pretty. Silver-leaved plants make a statement and can break up an otherwise green expanse of foliage, whether in borders or beds. For a bold statement, go with an all-one-color garden. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit