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Add Drama with Tulip 'Big Giant'

Tulipa 'Big Giant' is a striking double-flowered tulip variety renowned for its large, peony-style blooms. Each flower can reach an impressive 6 inches (15cm) across, featuring layers of golden-yellow petals highlighted by vivid red streaks. These robust tulips stand tall at up to 60cm (24"), making them a show-stopping addition to any spring garden.

• Botanical Family: Liliaceae (Lily family)
• Mature Height & Spread: Up to 60cm tall, spreads to about 20cm
• Flowering Period: Mid to late spring (typically April–May in the UK)
• Growth Habit: Upright stems with sturdy foliage, ideal for cutting gardens

Why Choose 'Big Giant' Tulips?

• Dramatic Garden Impact: Their size and colour make them perfect for bold borders, mixed beds, or statement containers.
• Peony-Like Appeal: Enjoy the look of peonies with the reliability and ease of tulips.
• Great for Cutting: Long stems and full blooms make excellent vase displays.

Growing Guide

• Planting Time: Best planted from October to December before the ground freezes.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil; avoid waterlogged spots.
• Sun/Shade: Thrives in full sun but tolerates partial shade.
• Caring Tips: Water after planting and during dry spells in spring. Deadhead faded flowers but allow foliage to die back naturally.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK (USDA zones 3–8).

Design & Companion Planting Ideas

• 'Big Giant''s bold blooms pair well with other spring bulbs like Muscari, Hyacinths, or Alliums.
• Create vibrant groupings in borders or containers for maximum effect.
• Add height and drama behind low-growing perennials such as forget-me-nots or primroses.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant these tulip bulbs?
  The best time is autumn—October through December—before the first hard frost.
• How deep should I plant the bulbs?
  Bury each bulb about three times its height deep (usually around 10–15cm), pointed end up.
• Will these tulips come back every year?
  Tulips are generally treated as annuals in the UK, but 'Big Giant' can sometimes return if left undisturbed in well-drained soil.