Below is our palette of tulips which will be available in the autumn of this year. Most of these will be available as bulbs, ready to be planted ASAP. Later (in the spring), they will be only available in pots to guarantee that you get blooms.
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Extremely popular and still considered the blackest tulip ever bred, award-winning ‘Queen of the Night’ presents impressive, velvety dark maroon or mahogany blossoms, depending on the light. In the shadows, the flower can appear to be pitch black. Wherever it is planted, be prepared for a dramatic show! Blooming in late spring, and creating dazzling harmonies with other late flowering bulbs, this acclaimed member of the Single Late tulip group enjoys a long, sturdy stem that will withstand wind and rain. 24-26”
Special Pricing: 15 / $9.50
Award-winning Tulip ‘China Town’ is incredibly pretty with its phlox pink petals and moss green feathering atop a creamy-edged, silver-green foliage. A truly unusual tulip! Blooming in late spring, this spectacular member of the Viridiflora group enjoys long-lasting blooms (3 weeks!) and will look ravishing in a vase. Late season. 12”
5 / $6.00
This new variety blooms in early spring and features several blooms per stem, each looking like a cream coloured candle with flames of pink and gold gracing the centre of each petal. When happy in a sunny site, with well-draining soil, these Greigii tulips can naturalize well. Greigii varieties are developed from the Tulipa greigii species, which are native to Turkestan, and while low growing, the blooms are very large in proportion to the rest of the plant. They’re lovely as cut flowers too.
5 / $4.50
Rich, dark burgundy in colour and as lustrous as velvet, these magnificent double blooms usher the dramatic colour of midnight into the early garden, adding drama and elegance. The sweetly fragrant 1½”–2″ blooms open atop sturdy stems that defy spring tempests. Named for the ancient Roman city in Syria, these beautiful blooms are a fitting tribute to its enduring spirit. Early. 16-18”
5 / $5.50
Nothing short of luminous, this haunting new Triumph hybrid has a glowing amber-yellow base that bleeds into deep garnet-red flushed plum with variable intensity and feathering. When the sun hits the large flowers, they are magically illuminated. Triumph tulips constitute the largest classification of tulips with more than 1400 registered hybrids! The reason they are so popular is that they are combination of both Early and Late Single tulips offering all the best features of each: medium-tall height, strong sturdy stems, a rainbow of colour choices, versatility that allows them to be easily grown in garden beds and containers and they look wonderful in cut flower arrangements. 16”
5 / $5.50
Very large, yet supremely elegant lily-shaped blossoms of sunset-flamed soft rosy-pink, blending to soft yellow on the petals’ edges. When closed, they have a quiet sculptural quality, but in the sun, with their petals unfurled, they look like a flock of exotic birds taking flight! One of the tallest of the Single Late tulips, she sports a sturdy, strong stem that will withstand wind and rain. 24-30”
5 / $5.00
This recent introduction provides a highly romantic display in early-mid spring with its large, double, fluffy white flowers, delicately green and cream flamed. While looking like a peony-flowered tulip, it is actually a member of the Fosteriana group, famed for its large, early blooms, sturdy stems, and strong reliability- coming back year after year. 14-16″
5 / $4.50
Deep carmine-crimson blooms, darkening to near black at the base, are the epitome of style, adorning strong, sturdy stems that withstand wind and rain in this magnificent Triumph tulip. The dark smoky blooms provide a warm contrast with the pink, apricot, or soft creamy colours of other tulips, both in the garden and in the vase. Mid-late spring. 18-20”
5 / $450
This stunning double-flowered variety features boldly fringed petals in deliciously rich hues. The blooms, which emerge atop compact but sturdy stems, are a delightful dark pink-red and peachy orange, resembling a scoop of refreshing sorbet. The distinctive fringed edges are reminiscent of frosty crystals on a winter’s window, bringing a unique look to the garden or bouquet, and because of their late flowering and long lasting blossoms, they will easily extend the flowering season! Late season. 18”
5 / $5.50
Crisp and clean, these huge, pure white, double blooms with fringed petals make a big impact in the late spring garden and in the vase. This very delicate, unusual and distinctive tulip sports outer petals with a green stripe that runs through the bottom, and when fully open, the blooms reach up to 4½” across! Due to their large flower size, these tulips perform best when protected from severe wind and rain. Late season. 14-16”
5 / $5.50
An awe-inspiring member of the fringed or Crispa family of tulips; the cups start off with the creamy white of tropical beaches, and gradually change into a powdery dark purple reminiscent of cassis, only to bleed into a powerful neon-like pink. And the grand finale comes with bright yellow frilly edges. Mid-late spring. 20”
5 / $5.50
This bold beauty features brilliant, bowl-shaped, orange petals with a delightful deep purple flames that create dazzling harmonies with other flowering bulbs. Awarded the prestigious Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society, the sweetly-scented blooms are ideal for fresh bouquets. Blooming mid-late spring, this stunning member of the Triumph tulip family has sturdy stems that will withstand wind and rain! 12-14”
5 / $5.50
Charming, coral pink flowers streaked with rosy red are gracefully held on tall sturdy stems that withstand wind and rain. It produces some of the largest blooms we’ve seen in a single-flowering tulip. The blooms are classic Darwin style and make for a truly elegant display in the garden or vase. Mid-spring. 16-18”
5 / $4.00
Considered one of the top ten prettiest purple cultivars, the distinctive purple-burgundy blooms with violet and lavender overtones make the fragrant Negrita one of the most popular tulips for the past 40 years. Blooming mid-late spring, this acclaimed member of the Triumph group enjoys a sturdy stem that will withstand and it’s a great cut flower. 18”
5 / $4.50
Viridiflora Tulips
We love the Viridiflora (Latin for ‘green flower’) tulip group for their delicately feathered green on softly colored petals producing an ethereal beauty all of their own. But more importantly, that green provides some chlorophyll to the blooms themselves, producing incredibly long lasting blooms (3-4 weeks!) in the garden, and double the vase life of most cut tulips. A late-flowering tulip, these long-lasting beauties enhance bedding designs as well as cut flower arrangements
Offering an elegant combination of warm and cool colours, Greenland is considered by some to be Holland’s most beautiful tulip. The soft green feathering seems to ‘embrace’ the dusky rose petals, while the interior glows with a pearl-like sheen, making it rich and amazing. The bewitching blooms have the classic tulip form and are 4” across. Sometimes listed as ‘Groenland’ and blooming in late spring, this spectacular member of the Viridiflora group (Latin: green flower) enjoys long lasting blooms (3+ weeks!) and has a long vase life as well. 16-20″
5 / $5.50
Standing out, award-winning ‘Artist’ is truly an unusual tulip with its amazing golden-orange flowers and soft green feathering. Sturdy and reliable, its overall flower shape is cupped to about 3” across. Blooming in late spring, this spectacular member of the Viridiflora (Latin for green flower) group enjoys long lasting blooms (3 weeks!) and will look ravishing in a vase. 12”
5 / $4.50
Resembling a lily-flowered tulip, this incredibly pretty bloom shows off deep magenta-pink pointed petals with soft green and purple feathering and a delicate outward flare. Blooming in late spring, this spectacular member of the Viridiflora group enjoys long lasting blooms (3 weeks) and adds an elegant touch in the garden or in the vase. 20”
5 / $4.50
Award-winning Spring Green is ivory-white with soft green featherings and light green anthers. Blooming in late spring makes it a perfect companion among unfurling ferns, hostas and verdant summer perennials. Sturdy and reliable, the cupped shaped flower reaches about 3” and the blooms are extremely long lasting, both in the garden and in the vase. 14”
5 / $5.50
Parrot Tulips
Aptly named for their feather-like, ruffled petals, these large and exotically frilled blooms are some of the most flamboyant varieties available, with each and every bloom being unique. Developed from genetic mutations, Parrot blooms will open playfully in the sunlight and will often change colors as the flower matures. They are late season blooms with a few types being among the very last to flower.
Ranked as one of the top rewarded tulips for its excellence and easy culture, this award-winner is one of the most fabulous tulips with its over-sized apricot-pink petals flushed with green and yellow stripes, and wavy-edged and fringed like feathers. As its large flower is exposed to the sun over time, it opens so wide that it almost flattens out, revealing its brilliant colours. Blooming in late spring, this spectacular, slightly fragrant tulip belongs to the Parrot group. Late season. 16-24. 22-24″
5 / $6.00
These beauties live up to their name, offering fantastic colour and a unique shape. Each 5” bloom is truly unique, with soft cerise-red petals heavily flushed with golden orange edges and interiors, elegantly held atop sturdy stems. When fully open on a sunny day, they create an amazing display. Parrot tulips are named for their feather-like, ruffled petals. These exotically frilled flowers make the perfect addition to any garden. Blooming mid-late spring, they also look spectacular in cut-flower bouquets. 16-18”
5 / $6.00
This award-winner is a dazzling, whimsically-shaped tulip with fragrant dark purple flowers, almost flamed, and edged in black. As its large flower is exposed to the sun, it opens so wide that it almost flattens out, revealing its brilliant, irrestible colours. Parrot tulips are named for their feather-like, ruffled petals. These exotically frilled flowers make the perfect addition to any garden. Blooms late spring, and look spectacular in cut-flower bouquets. 16-24”
5 / $5.00
‘Parrot King’ grabs a lot of attention with its large, golden yellow petals beautifully adorned with glowing orange, rose, and green. Wavy edged and fringed like feathers, the large blooms open almost flat to the sun, revealing its brilliant colours. Late season. 14”
5 / $6.00
Tall stems show off huge flowers on this ruffled beauty. The blooms, an intense bright violet with hints of blue are flushed bronze-purple inside, with wavy-edges and feather-like fringes. As the large flower is exposed to the sun over time, it opens so wide it almost flattens out, revealing brilliant inner colours. Late season. 18-22”
5 / $5.50
Softest creamy pink, brushed with darker pink and delicate silvery-white edges, and variegated foliage make this a true gem in the tulip world. Large blooms sport copiously ruffled and fringed featherlike edges and each bloom is truly unique. The variegated foliage, trimmed in creamy white, is attractive on its own, and this spectacular tulip enjoys an extraordinary long vase life. Late season. 16”
5 / $5.50
As stylish as the iconic pop star, this fabulous new parrot tulip flaunts fiery red petals with blue-black feathering and plenty of twists and curls. Parrots are at their best in a vase, where they are free to express their flamboyant personalities. Blooming in late spring, it will create a showstopper in the garden. 18-20″
5 / $5.50
This lovely bouquet tulip, a recent introduction, boasts 3-5 full size blooms per strong stem. Grape-jelly purple, feathering to lilac with a white edge, and a hint of lavender pink. This unique variety will add richness to the late spring garden or vase. 14-16”
5 / $5.50
Botanical Tulips
Small and delicate, Tulipa humilis ‘Persian Pearl’ is a real delight in the garden with its starry flowers opening to expose their bright golden heart in full sun. Quite short, this gem still makes a striking impact with its lovely colour combination: magenta-rose on the outside, and cyclamen-purple on the inside- a beautiful sight! Like all botanical, or species tulips, it is strongly perennial—in other words, it will permanently colonize an area when it’s in a position it likes, unlike many of the large hybrid tulips. Early season bloom. 6-8”
Special pricing: 10 / $7.50
Multi-flowering, this charming tulip makes a striking impact with its brilliant, copper-yellow flowers, up to 5 per bulb! In the sunshine, the completely opened flower forms a beautiful star, and it demurely closes up in the evening or on cloudy days. Blooming in mid spring, the blossoms are borne on short, robust stems. It naturalizes easily, coming back year after year. 10-12”
5 / $5.00
White oblong buds open wide to greet a sunny day and reveal star-shaped petals with wide yellow centers. Not to be outdone by its charming flowers, its variegated foliage blades flash green and yellow. Foliage may be outlined and tinted with red during cooler temperatures. Like other species tulips, Interaction is an excellent naturalizer. 4-6”
5 / $5.50
We are ridiculously happy to have found a source for Woodland tulips (Tulipa sylvestris), a 16th century heirloom. It’s a tall botanical tulip (12”) with arching or nodding golden yellow buds with green mid ribs opening upwards to starry blooms with pointed petals. It’s perfect for wildflower meadows or under trees in dappled light. Like all botanical tulips, they are strongly perennial and will naturalize when happy (unlike the large Dutch hybrids), coming back year after year, and each stem can produce many nodding, fragrant blooms.
5 / $5.00
Resembling candy canes, this lovely award winning bi-colour tulip can make you swoon. Sending up small, slender upright leaves and eye-catching, narrow and pointed, white flowers striped with cherry red lines on their outer petals. The blossoms close at night or on cloudy days but completely open on sunny days, forming a perfect star. Like all botanical tulips, wet, windy weather during its flowering period in mid spring will have little effect on the blooms. It naturalizes easily and will form larger colonies with each passing year. 12”
5 / $5.00
Features very striking green and cream variegated foliage that complements multiflowering scarlet blooms on this little standout in the garden. Multiflowering means multiple blooms per stem, something quite unusual in a tulip, but more common in this mini botanical type. It reaches less than a foot tall and is stunning planted en masse. 10”
5 / $5.00