Details
- Bulb Size
- 12/+ cm
- Flowering Height
- 50 cm
- Colour
- Reds & Burgundy
- Flowering Time
- May
- Planting Time
- October
- November
- Growing
- Hardy
- Perfect For
- Cutting
Lily Flowering Tulip Merlot
T1776
Description
A rich, deep-plum tulip, perfect for the jewel garden. Lily Flowering Tulip ‘Merlot’ blooms wide open in full sun, unfolding up its star-shaped, luxurious violet flowers to expose powdery anthers and a pale-lemon pistil to passing bees and pollinators.
This lavish, lily-flowered tulip 'Merlot' blooms on tall stems, adding grace and structure to borders and pots during May. Combine with vivid tulips of differing shapes both in the garden and in the vase for a colourful, textural spring blend.
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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M5401
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T1259
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M5382
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- 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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