Spring fresh tulip collection
tulip collection
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or general purpose potting compost for containers
- Flowering period: March to May
- Hardiness: fully hardy
A charming collection bursting with white-blushed pink, purple, and ivory hues outlined by elegant silhouettes making this a flower arranging dream where a splash of late spring colour is required. A dazzling selection for those seeking a combination of perfectly matched blooms in a cut-flower or spring border display that will hold up well to the vagaries of spring squalls.
In each collection you will receive the following:
- 10 × Tulipa 'Attila': The flowers of this stunning tulip are initially a rich violet-purple, but as they age and the petals open, they take on red and pink tones. Like other triumph tulips, it has sturdy stems that tend to hold up well in poor weather conditions, and it is also excellent for cutting. Grows to 50cm.
- 10 × Tulipa 'Mistress':Elegant and understated, this sugar pink triumph tulip is one of the best pink tulips. The long-lasting flowers have a classic shape and sit on sturdy, upright stems that cope well with wind and rain. It looks great in mass plantings and their delicate mix of both pale and deeper pink on each petal means that they are easy to mix with many other shades. Grows to 50cm.
- 10 × Tulipa 'Pim Fortuyn' (PBR): An understated and elegant addition to the bedding display in mid- to late spring, this pure white tulip is carried on stong stems, so it stands up well to April showers as well as looking fabulous in the vase. A classic. Grows to 50cm.
Using fresh, good-quality compost, plant bulbs in pots from September to November. For borders, we advise waiting until after the first frosts (typically mid-October to early December depending on your location) to reduce the risk of potential disease such as Tulip Fire. Plant bulbs 15-20cm (6-8in) deep and 10-15cm (4-6in) apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Alternatively, allow 7-9 bulbs per 30cm sq or 60-75 bulbs per m². If you’re unable to plant your bulbs immediately, they can be stored in a cool environment with good air circulation. Remove all the packaging and place them in a loose-weave jute sack before labelling and hanging up in a dry, unheated garden shed or well-ventilated greenhouse.
In spring, when the plants are in active growth, apply a high-potash fertiliser (like Tomorite) each week until the leaves start to die back. Pinch off the spent flower heads as the petals fall, and let the stem and foliage die back naturally. The bulbs can then be lifted and discarded, or cleaned, dried and stored (as before) for replanting the following autumn.
In spring, when the plants are in active growth, apply a high-potash fertiliser (like Tomorite) each week until the leaves start to die back. Pinch off the spent flower heads as the petals fall, and let the stem and foliage die back naturally. The bulbs can then be lifted and discarded, or cleaned, dried and stored (as before) for replanting the following autumn.
- Humans: Harmful if eaten; skin allergen; Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten