{"product_id":"tulipa-libretto-parrot-parrot-tulip","title":"Tulip 'Libretto Parrot' (10 bulbs)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Libretto Parrot' \u003c\/strong\u003eis an exotic double flowering parrot tulip that will grow larger than average flowers with highly ruffled edges. These flowers consist of creamy-white petals with a hint of pinky-green, gradually turning more heavily pink as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParrot tulip such as 'Libretto' are whimsically-shaped tulips with serrated or fringed petals. Emerging as green buds, they will eventually open into mature unusually-coloured flowers, resembling the plumage of a parrot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese 'Libretto Parrot' bulbs will bloom for several weeks in late spring, with lance-shaped grey-green leaves, reaching an eventual full height of around 40cm\/16\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese hardy spring bulbs are perfect for planting in small groups in borders or containers adding a little taste of paradise, preferably protected from strong winds. They are also excellent as cut flowers earning themselves a place in the cut flower garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Libretto Parrot' tulip bulbs can grow in almost any soil, be it acid, alkaline or neutral, provided there is satisfactory drainage. Look for an area of full sun, in a place where tulips have not been grown in recent years. Plant the bulbs approximately 10cm\/4\" deep and 10cm\/4\" apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulb count per pack: 10 bulbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower colour: Cream, White, Pink, Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering months: May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering height: 40cm\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Hardy in all of the UK and northern Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to plant: September, October, November, December\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting depth: 10cm\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulb spacing: 10cm\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil type: Moist but well drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial Features: Ideal for pots, Ideal for cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"WPC Prins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56082236080453,"sku":"1017161","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/4df0abf6-tulip-libretto-parrot-10-bulbs.webp?v=1761657463","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/tulipa-libretto-parrot-parrot-tulip","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}