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Spring Bulbs

Add a Burst of Spring Colour with Tulip Colour Carnival Bulbs

Tulips (Tulipa spp.) are classic spring-flowering bulbs renowned for their bold colours and elegant forms. This carefully selected Colour Carnival mix offers an array of vibrant hues and flower shapes, creating a cheerful display that signals the arrival of spring in any garden.

Why Choose Tulip Colour Carnival?

• Diverse Mix: Enjoy a blend of tulip varieties, each chosen for strong colour and reliable performance.
• Seasonal Impact: Tulips bloom in mid to late spring (April–May), providing a dramatic splash of colour after winter.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for borders, beds, patio containers, or as striking cut flowers indoors.

Planting & Growing Guide

• Planting Time: Best planted between October and December before the ground freezes.
• Location: Choose a sunny or lightly shaded spot with well-drained soil.
• Depth & Spacing: Plant bulbs at a depth of about 10–15cm (4–6 inches) and space them 8–10cm apart.
• Soil Preference: Tulips prefer neutral to slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0–7.0).
• Caring Tips: Water well after planting and keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Remove faded flowers after blooming to direct energy back to the bulb.
• Hardiness: Hardy throughout the UK (RHS H5). No winter protection required if planted in well-drained soil.

Tulip Variety Information

• Mature Height: Most varieties reach 30–50cm tall.
• Bouquet Quality: Sturdy stems make these tulips excellent for cutting and arranging indoors.
• Lifespan: While often grown as annuals, many tulips will naturalise and return each year if left undisturbed.

Garden Design Ideas

• Create bold drifts by planting en masse in borders or lawns.
• Combine with daffodils (Narcissus) or grape hyacinths (Muscari) for layered spring interest.
• Add to patio pots with pansies or violas for vibrant container displays.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant tulip bulbs?
  The ideal time is autumn—October to December—before the first hard frost.
• How deep should I plant tulip bulbs?
  Bury bulbs about 10–15cm (4–6 inches) deep with the pointed end facing upwards.
• Will these tulips return every year?
  If left undisturbed in well-drained soil, many tulip varieties will naturalise and bloom again each spring.