Tulip ‘Ronaldo’ (10 bulbs)

Tulipa ‘Ronaldo’ is a sumptuous and elegant tulip from the Triumph group, growing dark reddish-purple smoky blooms that can appear almost black.

These bulbs will reach a height of approximately 45cm/18″, flowering throughout April and May.

‘Ronaldo’ bulbs will work brilliantly in beds and borders, around shrubs and conifers, flowering for several years. Their relatively short sturdy stems also makes them suitable for pots, containers and as cut flowers. Regardless of use, aim to plant amongst other lighter shades such as white and pink in order to create contrast and bring out their darker beauty.

‘Ronaldo’ tulip bulbs should be planted 10cm/4″ deep and 10cm/4″ apart, growing in almost any soil, be it acidic, alkaline or neutral, as long as there is sufficient drainage. Plant in a position of full sun, in a place where tulips have not been grown in recent years, preferably protected from strong winds.

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

Details

• Bulb count per pack: 10 bulbs
• Flower colour: Purple, Red
• Flowering months: April, May
• Flowering height: 45cm/18″
• 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