Tulip 'Persian Pearl' – 25 flower bulbs (bulb size 6/7)

These 25 flower bulbs of Tulip 'Persian Pearl' will add purple colour to your garden or patio from March through April. Tulips are the quintessential spring flowers of the Netherlands: one bulb produces one sturdy stem with a large, colourful flower. Suitable for borders, window boxes, patio pots and as cut flowers in a vase. The bulbs have a size of 6/7: the circumference of the bulb in centimetres. The larger the bulb, the more vigorous the bloom.

Characteristics

• Indoor or outdoor: Outdoor plant – for garden, balcony and terrace
• Botanical name: Tulipa 'Persian Pearl'
• Quantity: 25 bulbs
• Bulb size: 6/7
• Flower colour: purple
• Flowering period: March–April
• Planting time: October through December
• Planting depth: 8–10 cm
• Plant spacing: approx. 10 cm (enough for a group of approximately 50 × 50 cm)
• Location: sun
• Winter hardiness: hardy
• Pets: toxic to cats and dogs, especially the bulb

Planting and care

Plant the bulbs 8–10 cm deep with the point facing upwards, in well-drained soil. In a pot, you can plant tulips in layers (the lasagna method): this way the pot will bloom for weeks on end. Do make sure to provide a drainage hole in the bottom. Read more about the right location in our guide on locations.