Details
- Bulb Size
- 12/+ cm
- Flowering Height
- 55 cm
- RHS Recommended
- Award of Garden Merit
- Colour
- Oranges & Yellows
- Flowering Time
- Late April
- May
- Planting Time
- October
- November
- Growing
- Hardy
- Perfect For
- Cutting
Darwin Tulip Apeldoorn Elite
T1552
Description
With brilliant, mandarin-red petals edged by a broad blaze of amber, Darwin Tulip ‘Apeldoorn Elite’ radiates a warm glow to illuminate your spring display. The enormous, long-lasting, egg-shaped blooms are carried on impressively long stems, making them a fantastic cut flower for bouquets and floral arrangements.
These Darwin Hybrids make an eye-catching statement when planted in generous groupings amongst borders and in large containers. Darwin Tulip ‘Apeldoorn Elite’ has proven its prestigious status with the accolade of an RHS Award of Garden Merit, testament to its reliability and high value in the garden.
Care Guide
October to November are the optimum months for planting Tulip bulbs. The cooler late-autumn temperatures help to keep disease at bay, whilst still allowing time for your bulbs to put roots down before spring.
Any well-drained, fertile soil is perfect for Tulips, ideally in full sun or part shade. Plant the bulbs 10-20 cm deep, spaced 10-20 cm apart. A piece of chicken wire or mesh can be placed on top of the soil or pots after planting if squirrels or rodents are a problem in your area.
After flowering in March to May, remove withered stems, foliage and any fallen petals to promote good plant health and apply a top dressing of high-potash fertiliser in late winter.
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Two Tone Mix No. 1
T1713
This harmonious mix of tulips includes crystal-white tulip ‘White Proud’ 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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Apricot Passion
H2513
Soft peachy-pink flower spikes rise on sturdy green stems, bringing rich fragrance and delicate spring colour to the garden. Hyacinth ‘Apricot Passion’ is loved for its elegant pastel tones and beautifully uniform blooms, making it ideal for formal beds, borders, and patio containers.
Its sweet perfume makes a wonderful addition near paths, entrances, or seating areas, while Hyacinth Apricot Passion features soft apricot-pink shades which pair beautifully with other spring bulbs and pastel planting schemes. Easy to grow and low maintenance, this exhibition-quality hyacinth is a reliable variety returns year after year with minimal effort.
Hyacinth Apricot Passion has been granted a prestigious Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Delivery
Orders for Spring Flowering Bulbs will be despatched in order rotation from mid-September to late November.
We use Whistl for deliveries and our ordering process allows you to provide special instructions such as leaving in a safe place should you happen to be out when your bulbs are delivered or if you require a different delivery date.
Should you have any other order requirements other than those listed please contact us on 01622 840229 before placing an order.
Current charges per order are as below and include VAT.
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