Tulipa 'La vie en Rose'
double late tulip bulbs
A large, luxurious tulip adorned with richly filled, cerise red petals accented by a copper-coloured edge gracing cut flower vases, borders and patio pots with its unique and exclusive colour scheme. This opulent bloom's butterscotch and raspberry hues pay homage to the famous French chanteuse Édith Piaf, whose signature song, "La Vie en Rose," translates to "Life in Rosy Hues" or "Life Through Rose-Tinted Glasses." With its sumptuous bicolored flowers, this tulip cultivar epitomises the joie de vivre that Piaf celebrated in her iconic music.
How to care for Tulipa La vie en Rose:
In September to December plant bulbs 15-20cm deep and 10-15cm apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Alternatively, allow 7-9 bulbs per 30cm sq. After flowering dead-head and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser each week for the first month. Once the foliage has died down naturally lift the bulbs and store in a cool greenhouse.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.4m
Eventual spread:
0.2m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
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Humans: Harmful if eaten; skin allergen; Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
7 × bulbs
£8.99
£1.28 each
available to order from winter
Unavailable
21 × bulbs
£24.00
£1.14 each
available to order from winter
Unavailable
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