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
A peony-flowered Tulip with voluptuous, rounded golden blooms and a surprisingly good perfume. Tulips aren?t normally noted for their scent but this one certainly breaks that mould!
This striking bicolour tulip combines shades of warm cinnamon and rose-pink for a most unusual display. As they mature, the intriguing blooms deepen to a rich caramel colour, with a sweet sugary fragrance to match.
Commonly known as the wild Tulip, this species is tough, reliable and easy to naturalise. Unlike the highly bred, shapely forms of today?s modern cultivars, Tulip sylvestris retains a carefree habit with wide, scented, golden blooms that rise upon slender stems.
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These flamboyant beauties are richly ornamental with striking waved and crested petals. Plant tulips in groups and delight as they open to reveal their superb colouring. Why not cut some for a flower arrangement so that you can enjoy them indoors too!
For an elegant spring display, look no further than Tulip ?Cream Cocktail?. The classically shaped blooms are creamy white with a refined, pale gold flame to each petal.
Sumptuous peony-flowered tulips with fully double flowers and a gentle fragrance! Tulip ?Queensday? makes fabulous spring display in beds, borders and containers. The orange-gold flowers are streaked with raspberry-pink, creating an attention-grabbing display.
A fruity colour mix for a beautifully coordinated display! Tulip ?Berry Sorbet? is a carefully blended mix of fringed and classically shaped varieties that will bring colour and texture to your garden each Spring.
Shapely and elegant, Tulip ?Bella Blush? is undeniably beautiful. The large blooms of this Darwin-hybrid make superb cut flowers, and create an unforgettable display in spring beds and borders.
For a completely fresh look in your garden during spring, try Tulip ?Tangerine Green?! The citrus shades of this showy tulip add some zing to beds, borders and patio pots
It?s never been so easy to create a professional looking display! This striking collection of Tulips is perfect for planting en masse throughout beds and borders.