Bold & beautiful tulip collection
tulip collection
A captivating tulip collection showcasing luxurious claret-purple, bronze-orange, and radiant tomato-red blooms, each adding an irresistible burst of colour and...
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Bold and beautiful tulip collection:
What's included:
- 7 × Tulipa 'Purple Heart': With its charming flute shape adorned by pointed, arching petals, 'Purple Heart' boasts a dramatic claret-purple hue that adds a touch of luxury to any garden or floral display. This tall and elegant tulip features a unique dark stem, ensuring it stands out amidst the greenery, while its large flowers gracefully sway in the breeze, adding movement and interest to spring borders and pots. A standout feature of this decadent tulip is its small white heart revealed upon opening, further enhancing its interest. Grows to 50cm.
- 7 × Tulipa 'Orange Sherpa': Bringing a vibrant burst of bronze-orange hues to the spring garden, ‘Orange Sherpa’ stands as a striking complement to the fresh greens of its foliage. With its candle flame-like appearance, this mid-season triumph tulip exudes elegance, especially when in bud. Grows to 45cm.
- 7 × Tulipa 'Abba': 'Abba' boasts vibrant double blooms in a radiant tomato-red hue, accented by sunny yellow centres, resembling charming peonies. Blooming in mid-spring, these fragrant Super Troupers add elegance to formal beds and containers. While perfect for cut flowers, their true beauty shines when adorning borders, commanding attention with their impactful presence. Grows to 30cm.
Please note:
Warning
Tulip Fire
Tips of emerging leaves appear brown and scorched, and often shrivel and rot. The foliage soon becomes covered in a grey fungus. Brown spots appear on the leaves and flowers, which may also rot.
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