Tulip ‘Turkestanica’ (15 bulbs)

Originating from the Mediterranean, right across to the Himalayas and the Far East, Tulipa turkestanica is an award winning, wild-looking species of tulip, growing up to 12, star-shaped, predominantly white flowers atop 15cm/6″ stems. As well as the white, these flowers feature a centre of shaded yellow or orange, creating an informal and naturalistic aesthetic in the garden.

If left in the ground, these plants will gradually naturalise over time creating great swathes of early season colour.

Opening in full sun, they will bloom from mid to late spring.

These spring flowering bulbs will re-emerge for several years in borders, around shrubs and conifers and in containers on terraces and balconies. Alternatively, then can be dispersed together in grass for a swathe of naturalised beauty. Regardless of location, they should ideally be planted together in groups for the greatest visual impact.

Turkestanica tulip bulbs can be grown in almost any soil, be it acid, alkaline or neutral, provided there is good drainage. Look for an area of full sun, preferably in a place where tulips have not been grown in recent years. Plant the bulbs approximately 10cm/4″ deep and 10cm/4″ apart.

Details

• Recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit
• Bulb count per pack: 15 bulbs
• Flower colour: Yellow, White
• Flowering months: April, May
• Flowering height: 15cm/6″
• 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 cut flowers, Ideal for pots, Scented