Flowering throughout May, this superior collection of tulip bulbs contains an exquisite mix of colourful blooms for the garden. The elongated, typically goblet-shaped flowerheads of majestic, lily-flowering tulips add a luxurious look, outstretching to star-like forms when fully open.

Plant the bulbs en masse to create striking swathes and blocks of colour and fill your spring pots for eye-catching displays. All well-known, and several award-winning varieties within this mix make excellent cut flowers, lasting for several days in the vase and many weeks in the garden.

Early Double Tulip ‘Abba’ produces glowing tomato-red double blooms richly flamed with deeper cardinal-red tones, creating a bold and dramatic spring display. Flowering early in the season, the fragrant flowers of tulip ‘Abba’ bring warmth, colour, and luxurious texture to borders, containers, and patio pots when the garden is just beginning to awaken.

The densely layered petals create a full peony-like appearance that stands out beautifully in mass plantings and seasonal arrangements. Reliable and eye-catching, this vibrant variety delivers an energetic burst of spring colour with excellent garden impact.

Intriguing and distinctive Hermodactylus ‘Tuberosa’ has been in cultivation since 1575, often known as the Snakeshead or Widow Iris.

From a bed of grass-like foliage, the alluring blooms are borne atop 30cm stems during April and May. Velvety black falls are complemented by striking, olive-green petals.

The flowers of Hermodactylus ‘Tuberosa’ produce a delicate fragrance most noticeable on warm days and are excellent for cutting, with a long vase-life.

This Mediterranean native is fully hardy and will flourish in most soil types which are well drained and moderately fertile. Bulbs can be planted to naturalise in grassy areas and will do well in pots, rockeries and sunny borders.