Details
- Bulb Size
- 12/+ cm
- Flowering Height
- 30 cm
- RHS Recommended
- Plants for Pollinators
- Colour
- Reds & Burgundy
- Flowering Time
- Mid April
- Planting Time
- October
- November
- Growing
- Hardy
- Perfect For
- Cutting
- Pots & Tubs
- Scented
Early Double Tulip Abba
T1241
Description
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.
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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Antoinette
T1909
Tulip ‘Antoinette’ transforms through sweet ice-cream shades of creamy vanilla, raspberry and peachy-pink as it matures, creating a fascinating visual effect, especially when planted in dense bright ribbons through spring borders.
This bouquet-flowering tulip produces stems of at least 4 full-sized blooms making this a valuable addition to the garden in May, adding bountiful beauty and colour before the summer flowers awake.
Known as the chameleon tulip, ‘Antoinette’ looks impressive filling a large container, either alone or paired with taller single tulips.
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Yellow Pomponnet
T1825
Round, yellow blooms with green-brushed edges - each petal of paeony flowering tulip 'Yellow Pomponnet' is edged like an artist’s stroke.
These late April-May flowers appear like botanical pompons, cheerful and full-bodied. For borders, pots, or playful groupings, this tulip variety'Yellow Pomponnet' brings structure and delight in equal measure. Not just yellow, this is sunlight in petal form.
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Daydream
T1563
Gaze wistfully upon the mesmerising blooms of ‘Darwin Tulip 'Daydream’ and you will feel transported to a world of delight. Plump buds emerge lemon yellow, gradually unfurling and transforming to apricot orange. The sizeable flower heads are held upright on strong, elegant stems, perfect for snipping to fill vases around your home and to give as gift bouquets to friends.
These wondrous tulips are spectacular when planted en-masse amongst borders and in large container displays. This Darwin Hybrid Tulip 'Daydream’ is a reliable perennial bulb and has earned an esteemed RHS Award of Garden Merit for its excellent performance and vigour.
- 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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