Tulips are said to signal the arrival of spring so it’s no wonder the humble tulip is a real symbol of the season. Widely available from December to April, these cheerful flowers never fail to brighten up the home or garden.
Dispite popular belief Tulips do not originate from Holland but instead they actually come from Central Asia. Originally from Persia and Turkey, tulips were brought to Europe in the 16th century, where the flower earned its name due to its resemblance to a turban (tülbend in Turkish).
Scientific Name: Tulipa
Family: Lilaceae
Availability: October- June, peaks December-April. Some limited availability ou
These spectacular double-flowering tulips are also known as 'Peony tulips' for the close resemblance that the sweetly scented, blousey blooms bear to that early summer favourite. They will bloom from April through May, bringing a luxuriant splash of colour to your garden and filling the air with delightful perfume. Tulips are perfect for planting in a mix of hues, shapes and sizes, contrasting beautifully against one another, so plant them en masse in borders for a wave of colour - or in containers for a superb springtime feature. This mix of double-blooming tulips is ideal for creating eye-catching colour and structure. Simply plant the bulbs and look forward to spring, when they will erupt into a delightful display. With long-lasting blooms on elegant stems, they make lovely cut flowers, too. Simply bunch in a vase to bring a beautiful touch of spring colour and scent to your windowsill or mantelpiece. Tulips are very easy to grow, they are suitable for gardeners of every level of experience. Supplied as a mix of 20 bulbs, size 10+ ready to plant out in autumn.
With its unusual and striking flowers, 'Banana Cream' is certain to attract a lot of attention. The huge blooms look just like banana ice cream! Beginning as large, globe shaped green buds that gradually become more pink, they burst open to bright banana yellow, petal packed double flowers. The petals are wonderfully ruffled and the flowers are so large that they have to be seen to be believed. The combination of the stunning yellow sitting on the green and pink cup is extraordinary! Once open, the flowers are long lasting, and the relatively compact size makes 'Banana Cream' ideal for growing in planters and window boxes as well as in spring borders. They are also excellent cut flowers and make stunning indoor displays. Supplied as 3 bulbs, size 11, ready to plant in autumn, growing to a height of 35 cm (14 in) and width of 15 cm (6 in).
A great mixture of taller tulips approx. 50-60cm tall to give you a kaleidoscope of spring colour. They are incredibly versatile, very strong and sturdy and show off the classic, much loved tulip shape. These 'Triumph' tulips are perfect for growing in beds and borders, this mix is an all-in-one solution to adding vibrant spring colour to your garden next year - maximum impact with minimum effort! We've put together a stunning mix of colour to create a real rainbow of tulips to stand loud and proud in your beds, borders or containers next year without you having to do anything other than plant and water. Tulips are one of the most popular bulbs, as they are are great planted with many different colour variations to give a fresh, vibrant spring colour to your garden, patio or decking but they also make great cut flowers to brighten up the house. Supplied as a pack of 50 bulbs, size 10/11 ready for planting in autumn.
Perfect for adding a touch of class to your garden, this classic Gold Tulipa planter is ideal for filling with your favourite plants to show them off at their best. A contemporary container, the Tulipa planter is perfect for potting up with architectural plants such as box, palms or cordylines, but are equally suited to classic summer bedding displays too. Whatever you decide to plant in it, place by doorways, entrances and gateways or around patios and decking and just watch as they turn heads - but for a fraction of the price of metal or ceramic planters! Plus they're ideal when paired to frame features in your garden. Supplied as a 10in (25cm) width pot. Please note: shade of gold may vary.
Perfect for adding a touch of class to your garden, this classic Silver Tulipa planter is ideal for filling with your favourite plants to show them off at their best. A contemporary container, the Tulipa planter is perfect for potting up with architectural plants such as box, palms or cordylines, but are equally suited to classic summer bedding displays too. Whatever you decide to plant in it, place by doorways, entrances and gateways or around patios and decking and just watch as they turn heads - but for a fraction of the price of metal or ceramic planters! Plus they're ideal when paired to frame features in your garden. Supplied as a 10in (25cm) width pot. Please note: shade of gold may vary.
Tulip 'Pieter' boasts zingy lemon blooms striped with a flash of lime green to the centre of each petal. Refreshingly simple, this understated variety, has a modern ?lily? flower shape that brings a contemporary feel to your planting schemes. Perfect for filling beds, borders and containers with spring colour, and equally stunning as a cut flower in spring bouquets. Height: 50cm (20). Spread: 10cm (4).
Probably the most widely grown of all dwarf tulips, Tulip 'Red Riding Hood' is a top choice for stunning springtime displays. Flowering in March and April, they have striking, bright scarlet-red blooms with black centres, which contrast delightfully against broad, grey-green, maroon-striped leaves. Plant with other spring-flowering bulbs of different hues for dramatic effect. Fully deserving of its coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit, 'Red Riding Hood' is a compact variety, so is perfect for rock gardens or the front of beds and borders. Alternatively, scatter them through grass, where they will naturalise easily and produce bigger and better displays every year. They look equally stunning when planted in garden pots - and make a beautiful cut flower for your vase. Easy to grow and reliably hardy, they are happy to be left in the ground for stunning results for many years to come. Supplied as a pack of 30 bulbs, size 10/11 ready for planting out in autumn.
The soft peachy shades of Tulip 'Apricot Beauty' are a breath of fresh air in spring. Their summery shades hint of warmer days to come!
Tulip 'Havran' is a stylish Triumph variety boasting multiple blooms per stem. The rich, berry tones of each bloom are overlaid with a silvery sheen that give this variety a sophisticated look.
What could be easier than this perfect blend of pre-spaced and filled bulbs - arranged as 7 red Tulip Scarlet Baby, surrounded by 12 sea blue Crocuss, creating a lovely effect. Perfect for dropping straight into larger pots (diameter 24cm (10') or more), or into the garden for circles of colour. Using the unique biodegradable package, these Plant-o-Mat Drop in pods are a quick and simple way to take all the hassle out of planting bulbs. No more worrying about colours, or spacing Simply plant the whole tray into the ground or a pot - watch the helpful video to see how. You cannot get easier gardening than this for flowers next Spring and for years beyond.
One of the most popular dark-coloured Tulip, 'Queen of Night' makes a striking appearance in the garden with its deep-purple, almost black, velvety blooms. Tulips are a popular bulb choice for spring colour but why not try something a little different and create a stunning feature border that will stand out amongst the crowd in your garden? The dark-purple, traditional tulip cup-shaped blooms are set against a wonderful glossy green backdrop that will look fantastic used to fill up borders but will look just as spectacular in pots and containers placed on patios, pathways and around entrances. Easy to care for and great for cutting and bringing indoors, Tulip 'Queen of Night' is a spectacular spring flowering bulb that will really add an intense flavour to your garden. Supplied as a pack of 30 bulbs, size 10/11 ready for planting out in autumn.