Details
- Bulb Size
- 12/+ cm
- Flowering Height
- 60 cm
- RHS Recommended
- Award of Garden Merit
- Colour
- Reds & Burgundy
- Flowering Time
- May
- Planting Time
- October
- November
- Perfect For
- Cutting
May Flowering Tulip Kingsblood
T1679
Description
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. May-floweing ‘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.
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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Pseudibericum
M5266
With jewel-like, carmine pink flowers, Cyclamen ‘Pseudibericum’ adds glamorous colour to shady, sheltered areas in early spring. Each elongated petal is swept backwards and marked with a magenta ‘ace of spades’ shaped speck.
The radiant blooms are shown to advantage by lustrous, heart-shaped foliage highlighted by silver marbling. This choice variety has been granted a prestigious Award of Garden Merit by the RHS. Thriving in moist, woodland settings, Cyclamen ‘Pseudibiricum’ is ideal for planting in drifts beneath trees for a naturalistic effect.
Fill a few containers next to your front door to capitalise on the sweet scent of the flowers when you arrive home.
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Mariette
T1759
Providing an elegant display in the garden from the latter part of April and throughout May, tulip ‘Mariette’ is a graceful-looking lily-flowered tulip. Fuchsia-pink petals appear satin-like in texture and have soft rose margins.
This dreamy tulip looks stunning combined with soft, pale pinks and deep aubergine tulips in the border and also marries well with warm apricot and coral tones. Lily Flowering Tulip 'Mariette' perfect for cutting and adding colourful curves to spring flower designs.
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Silk River
M5215
Graceful ivory blooms of Camassia Silk River gather along tall spires, star-shaped and satin-like. These late-spring flowers sway gracefully, catching the light like water over stone.
A soft, ethereal presence for borders and wildflower drifts. Camassia Silk River's native charm meets garden refinement in this creamy-white marvel blooming reliably through May and June.
The camassia blooms sway gently above the border, catching the light beautifully and bringing movement and softness to the late-spring garden. Perfect for wildflower-style planting, naturalistic borders, and moisture-retentive soils, this refined variety combines native charm with a calm, ethereal presence.
