Tulip ‘Artist’ (10 bulbs)

Tulipa ‘Artist’ is a remarkable and unique variety of the Viridiflora Tulip group that will produce stunning and unusual blooms of deep golden orange, flushed with large streaks of green towards the base and outer petals.

‘Artist’ bulbs will grow to a height of around 30cm/12″ and tend to flower during April and May.

These fascinating spring flowering bulbs are ideal for pots and will be a welcome addition to most borders. They should ideally be planted in groups of at least 10-15 for the greatest visual impact and will excel when used as cut flowers.

‘Artist’ tulip bulbs are able to be grown in practically any soil, whether it is acidic, alkaline or neutral, provided there is effective drainage. Look for a position of full sun, in a place where tulips have not been grown in recent years, preferably protected from strong winds. Plant the bulbs approximately 10cm/4″ deep and 10cm/4″ apart.

Remove flowers as they fade and support after planting with a top dressing of slow acting fertiliser, such as bone-meal, to assist the flowering.

Details

• Recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit
• Bulb count per pack: 10 bulbs
• Flower colour: Orange, Green
• Flowering months: April, May
• Flowering height: 30cm/12″
• Hardiness: Hardy in all of the UK and northern Europe
• When to plant: September, October, November, December
• Planting depth: 10cm/4″
• Bulb spacing: 10cm/4″
• Soil type: Moist but well drained
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Special Features: Ideal for pots, Ideal for cut flowers, RHS award winner