Tulipa 'Prinses Irene'
triumph tulip bulbs
This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
- Position: full sun
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: April
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb size: 11/12
Named after a Dutch princess, this variety was first introduced in 1949. It has pale orange petals that are flushed with purple and are sweetly scented. Their short, sturdy stems make them ideal for growing in windy or exposed positions and they rarely get flattened by heavy spring downpours. - Garden care: 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 deadhead 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.
- Humans: Harmful if eaten; skin allergen; Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
Goes well with...
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Erysimum 'Bowles's Mauve'
perennial wallflower
9cm pot
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Bulb/peony support - pewter
Ø62 × H39cm
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Bulb planting auger - long
small
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RHS Burgon and Ball long handled bulb planter
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Pot supports Crocus green - set of 2
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DeWit tulip and daffodil bulb planter
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Darlac long handled bulb planter
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Terracotta bulb bowl
medium Ø41 × H19cm
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Bulb planting auger - short
medium