Spring Flowering Bulbs Page 13

An extravagant confection of pastel-mauve flamed green on a white base. Has been perennial with us for the past 3 years. Flowering in late April - May at 18" (45cm) Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 10 for £7.50 Pack of 30 for £21.00 NOT AVAILABLE IN 2026 DUE TO POOR HARVEST

New in 2024  A new addition to the 'Prince' range of tulips, which are noted for their compact stature. 'Parrot Prince' sports the extravagantly ruffled petals typical of the parrot tribe, in a gloriously rich reddish-purple. At just 14-16" (35-40cm), the blooms are held up well on strong stems and are ideally suited to container planting or front of border/windy sites. Size 12+ cm Pack of...

New for 2026 A striking confection of white and pastel pink petals, with the brightest of pink at their ruffled edges and a hint of green at the tips. Adding more drama is the cream-edged foliage - quite a rare attribute in tulips. We grew this in large tubs this spring, following on from pink hyacinths. Flowering in April/May at 18" (45cm).  Bulb size 12+cm Pack of 10 bulbs for £8.50 Pack...

The parrot version of popular tulip 'Prinses Irene' really delivers, with robust flowers of vivid orange, flamed purple. A touch of green on the outer petals adds even more impact. Flowering in April at 14" (36cm). Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 5 bulbs for £7.00 Pack of 15 bulbs for £19.50  

Exciting combination of apricot, orange and green. The flowers are less feathered, but more waved, than those of 'Orange Favourite' (not now available). Flowering in April at 16" (40cm) Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 5 bulbs for £7.00 Pack of 15 bulbs for £20.00

Large flowers of pure white wih some green flaming. With its colouring bringing to mind a cockatoo rather than a parrot, this medium-height tulip works well on its own or as a highlight to a pastel scheme. Its gently rolled petals also add interest to container plantings.  Flowering in April - May at 16" (40cm) Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 10 bulbs for £8.50 Pack of 30 bulbs for £24.00

A unique colour in tulips - there really is no other to compare to the deliciously pretty peach tones of 'Apricot Beauty'. Although classified as an 'early', it performs at the latter end of this season, effectively overlapping with the mid-season tulips. Flowering in April at 18" (45cm) Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 5 for £5.00 Pack of 15 for £14.00

Richly coloured flowers of flame-orange with a hint of deep rose. One of the 'French' tulips, which are tall, beautifully coloured and harmonise well with each other. We grow 'Avignon' with 'Menton' to great effect, especially when combined with 'Fire King' wallflowers. Flowering in late April - May at 24" (60cm)  Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 5 bulbs for £5.50 Pack of 15 bulbs for £15.00

New for 2026   Flowering in late April - May at 24" (60cm)  Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 5 bulbs for £5.00 Pack of 15 bulbs for £13.50

Classic white tulip, flowering right at the end of the tulip season and with sufficient height to stand above emerging perennial plantings. Another of the 'French' tulips. Flowering in late April - May at 24" (60cm) Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 5 bulbs for £6.00 Pack of 15 for bulbs £16.50

Lovely, elegant tulip, with flowers in a delicious blend of pale apricot and pink. Height is statuesque and it looks wonderful if you have large containers to fill. One of the 'French' tulips, bred for the cut flower market in that country. Flowering in late April - May at 24" (60cm) Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 5 bulbs for £5.00 Pack of 15 bulbs for £14.00

Deep velvet maroon-black flowers with a satin sheen to the petals. Probably the darkest of the maroon-black tulips available, this reliable variety is wonderful for bringing a note of drama to 'warm' colour schemes, which echo its own red undertones. Flowering in April - May at 20" (50cm) Bulb size 12+ cm Pack of 5 bulbs for £5.50 Pack of 15 bulbs for £15.00

A recent introduction, similar in shape to 'Picture', but in a clear white form. We have been really impressed with this variety which, like 'Picture', holds its flowers well. Flowering in late April - May at 18" (45cm) Bulb size 12+  Pack of 5 for £7.50 Pack of 15 for £21.50

This is a tulip which needs careful placement to ensure that its effect is not overpowered by its surroundings. Giving it a background of dark foliage can be successful, as can planting it sparsely through grass which is not over-lush. Bulb size 8+ cm Pack of 3 bulbs for £6.50 Pack of 10 bulbs for £19.50

NEW for 2026 Aucher's tulip is a charming little species, well-suited to a gravel bed or container in a warm, sunny situation. The rose pink flowers open to reveal neatly pointed petals and white centres. Flowering in April at 4-6" (10-15cm). Bulb size 6/7 cm Pack of 10 bulbs for £4.00 Pack of 30 bulbs for £10.50

NEW for 2026 Captivating new clusiana hybrid. The bright white flowers have a pale yellow centre and stems of muted burgundy. The blooms are narrow and elegant, with the pointed petals typical of clusiana and its hybrids. In sun, they open to present an equally beautiful star shape. Flowering in April at around 8" (20cm). Bulb size 6+ cm Pack of 5 bulbs for £7.00 Pack of 15 bulbs for £19.50

Lovely cultivar of a species tulip, making a striking mid-spring display at the front of the border. The mauve-pink flowers have a yellow throat for a colour combination that really glows. Hardy bulb. Ht.6" (15cm). Bulb size 6/7 cm Pack of 10 for £3.50 Pack of 30 for £9.00

Soft apricot colouring, enlivened with touches of deeper red/orange. Easy & reliable little tulip - great for containers, rockeries or front of border. Flowering in April - May at 6" (15cm) Bulb size 6/7 cm Pack of 10 for £3.50 Pack of 30 for £9.00