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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Blue Star
H2726
Hyacinth ‘Blue Star’ produces striking cobalt-blue flower spikes that stand out beautifully against fresh spring greenery. Flowering steadily through March, its compact, elegant habit makes it ideal for neat rows, clustered planting, or patio containers.
Richly scented and easy to grow, hyacinth Blue Star adds bold colour and structure to spring borders with minimal effort.
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Elegant Lady
T1747
A tulip truly worthy of its name, Lily Flowering Tulip ‘Elegant Lady’ is a stylish and graceful bloom to bring a sophisticated edge to the garden in late spring. Soft, muted shades of creamy-yellow with touches of lavender and blush-pink merge together on arching, pointed petals forming fine, lily-like blooms.
Excellent for cutting and easy to weave into spring floral arrangements to compliment the shape and colour of other flowers.
Tulip ‘Elegant Lady’ looks magical in any spring border and is perfect for pretty pots. Underplant with pink and violet flowers to enhance the hues.
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Purple Dance
T1512
Viridiflora Tulip ‘Purple Dance’ produces elegant deep purple petals blending into fresh green bases, creating a beautifully layered effect that subtly changes with shifting spring light. The refined blooms of tulip ‘Purple Dance’ stand upright through May, bringing structure, contrast, and sophisticated colour to borders and seasonal planting schemes.
With strong stems and exceptionally long-lasting flowers, this reliable variety performs beautifully in both formal and naturalistic gardens.
- 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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