May Flowering Tulips
These May flowering tulips have mainly long stems which are sturdy and durable; with long lasting blooms.
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Atlantis
T1689
Violet petals edged thickly in white create sharp contrast, best appreciated in clumps or rhythmic rows. Strong stems resist wind, and May blooms hold their form in rain.
May flowering tulip Atlantis is perfect for structure, tone, and bold bedding schemes. Pairs well with whites or soft pinks.
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Bleu Aimable
T1672
Silken, reflexed petals of lavender-blue open up from tight buds in May to produce the most perfect blooms on tulip ‘Bleu Aimable’, making this unusual tulip the star of spring borders and containers. The colours become deeper and richer as the blooms mature.
Acid-green foliage seems to intensify the purple hues and this stunning tulip works equally well with silvery-blue plants in the garden and in the vase.
Late-blooming tulip ‘Bleu Aimable’ is one of the last tulips to bloom, putting on an unmissable encore in the spring garden.
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Blushing Beauty
T1673
Few tulips earn the word ‘exquisite’ - this May Flowering Tulip Blushing Beauty does. Tall stems bear flowers in soft aureolin gold, streaked with rhodonite-red flames.
May brings its performance, but preparation begins now. Plant in good soil, full sun, and you’ll gain a showpiece. A single bulb draws admiration - plant by the dozen for full drama.
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Clearwater
T1697
Tulip ‘Clearwater’ is an exquisite, pure white tulip which brings an ethereal quality to the garden. The ghostly blooms shine brightly in the border and make a fabulous addition to both modern and traditional planting designs – looking chic in a fresh palette of white and green plants and adding some simple and timeless glamour to more colourful spring gardens.
These classy, crisp-white Triumph tulips prefer to be planted in slight shade for the longest display and are wonderful for picking – little rivals a vase or bouquet full of clean white tulips in spring.
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Dordogne
T1676
Tulip ‘Dordogne’ is the recipient of a prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the RHS, and it is easy to see the reason when you observe the spectacular blooms in late spring.
These French tulips feature impressively large, goblet-shaped flowers in warm shades of tropical colour. Tangerine petals are flushed with rich raspberry-pink, and the heart of these exquisite blooms seems to have a fiery red glow as the petals unfold in the heat of the sun.
Long stems and an extended vase life make tulip ‘Dordogne’ brilliant for cutting.
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Fairline
T1670
An elegant study in cool tones - soft lilac merging to white, each bloom like a brushstroke of calm across the May garden.
No fuss, no gaudy tricks - just honest beauty, well-bred and consistent. Use in rows for uniform grace or mix for subtle contrast. Tulip Fairline speaks to the quiet soul of spring.
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Memphis
T1740
Soft pink petals with a white base offer charm without ostentation. Blooming faithfully in May, ‘Memphis’ brings reliability and poise.
Ideal for the front of borders, along walks, or clustered in pots where their gentle glow can be fully appreciated. A refined choice for those who favour subtlety over spectacle.
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Muscadet
T1736
Rich golden petals blaze in full May sun - each flower a miniature sunburst. Plant May Flowering Tulip Muscadet en masse and the effect is dazzling.
These tulips demand notice, and they achieve this. Strong in stature, resilient in bloom, they are the embodiment of cheerful vigour. For gardens which need firepower wrapped in elegance.
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Kingsblood
T1679
Tulip ‘Kingsblood’ produces deep cherry-red blooms edged in scarlet on long, strong stems throughout May.
This seductive tulip has been granted a respected Award of Garden Merit by the RHS for its sophisticated looks and excellent, long-lasting performance. ‘Kingsblood’ is also wonderful for cutting and adding to flower arrangements and bouquets.
Combine with pink tones in the border, pot or vase for a romantic look, or mix with dark, sultry purples for drama.
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Menton
T1681
Floral designer’s favourite ‘Menton’ has long been a top tulip for cutting. The long, graceful stems and huge oval flowerheads make it perfect for arranging in seasonal bouquets and displays and the soft colours are timelessly fashionable. China-rose petals with suffused apricot-orange edges mature to pale coral as the blooms age.
Long-lasting both in the garden and as a cut flower.
Excellent garden performance and enviable looks have won Tulip ‘Menton’ an Award of Garden Merit as a mark of excellence from the Royal Horticultural Society.
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Queen of the Night
T1671
The striking beauty of tulip ‘Queen of Night’ must be seen to be believed. These almost-black tulips have a velveteen quality in shade, but when sunlight shines through, the petals glow and their rich, plummy tones come to life.
Tulip ‘Queen of Night’ makes an excellent bedfellow to other late tulips and in fact, nearly all colours are enhanced by its rich tones - pale pinks appear softer, orange shades burn brighter, and whites will seem more luminous.
A superior and elegant maroon tulip with long stems, ideal for cutting and adding an unusual edge to floral designs.
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Rhapsody of Smiles
T1714
Tulip ‘Rhapsody of Smiles’ boasts large, egg-shaped mango blooms delicately streaked with red. Each flower appears slightly different to its neighbour thanks to the unique swirling flames of fruit salad tones.
This bright and bold tulip will add warmth to spring borders and pots and is fabulous for cutting and adding a pop of cheerful colour to bouquets and floral designs.
Plant next to crimson tulips such as ‘Red Proud’ and fringed ‘Pacific Pearl’ to enhance the scarlet markings.
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Ronaldo
T1735
A luxurious tulip, ‘Ronaldo’ brings an air of mystical glamour to garden beds and containers when it blooms in May. The deep maroon flowers have a silken sheen to their surfaces and the pointed, slightly ribbed petals form almost-double heads.
Strong stems and long-lasting blooms mean ‘Ronaldo’ is a reliable, yet exquisite addition to the garden, and is magnificent as a cut flower.
Mixes well with all colour shades, from soft blushing apricot to rich reds and bright pinks.
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Slawa
T1715
Triumph tulip ‘Slawa’ is an intriguing, exotic-looking flower for the late spring garden. Contrasting two-toned petals of Bordeaux red with a coppery-apricot trim open up gently in the May sunshine. The clashing colours meet with a feathered fuchsia streak, adding to the deliciously dramatic look.
Plant in deep containers and garden borders with complimentary tulips, spring bulbs, and dark foliage plants to enhance the striking colours.
A luxurious tulip for cutting which will be a sure talking point in floral displays.
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Sorbet
T1687
Curvaceous creamy-white petals with feathered lipstick-red flames adorn long stems on tulip ‘Sorbet’ in late spring.
A sublime, yet strong tulip for containers and garden borders which boasts a prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the RHS amongst its many accolades.
Plant with tulips in similar shades to harmonise in the garden such as bouquet-flowering ‘Belicia’ and fringed white ‘Honeymoon’.
Lovely for cutting and arranging into a vivid and bodacious bouquet.
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Suncatcher
T1398
Yellow petals flare open, each kissed with raspberry-red near the tips. Vivid and energetic, tulip Suncatcher thrives in bright sun and makes an excellent cut flower.
April into May, beds blaze with colour. Plant en masse for the strongest effect.
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Two Tone Mixture
T1713
This harmonious mix of tulips includes crystal-white tulip ‘Clearwater’ and maroon-black tulip 'Queen of Night'. A perfectly paired duo to add style and sophistication to late spring flower borders and containers.
The large goblet-shaped flowers bloom on long strong stems, standing up to wind and rain and are excellent for picking and adding to bouquets and arrangements.
Plant with soft blues such as camassias or forget-me-nots for a fresh carpet of spring delights.
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May Flowering Mixture
T1879
Single late flowering tulips are well worth waiting for, blooming just before the summer garden wakes up and adding a splash of colour and structure to garden beds and containers.
Our ‘May Flowering Mixture’ contains a stately mix of named and award-winning varieties, all excellent for cutting thanks to their long stem length. This colourful tulip assortment will bloom in the classic cup or goblet-shape in a rainbow of colours and pretty markings.
Long lasting, both in the garden and in the vase. Plant as a succession to early and mid-season tulips and spring bulbs.