Tulip 'Striped Crown' – 96 flower bulbs (bulb size 11/12)

Plant these 96 'Striped Crown' tulip bulbs between October and December, and enjoy mixed-colour flowers from April to May. Tulips are the quintessential Dutch spring flowers: one bulb produces one sturdy stem with a large, colourful bloom. Suitable for borders, window boxes, pots on the patio and as cut flowers in the vase. Bulb size 11/12 indicates the circumference of the bulbs in centimetres; a larger bulb contains more reserves for flowering.

Characteristics

• Indoor or outdoor: Outdoor plant – for garden, balcony and terrace
• Botanical name: Tulipa 'Striped Crown'
• Quantity: 96 bulbs
• Bulb size: 11/12
• Flower colour: mixed colours
• Flowering period: April–May
• Planting time: October to December
• Planting depth: 10–15 cm
• Planting distance: approx. 10 cm (enough for approximately 1 m²)
• Location: sun
• Winter hardiness: hardy
• Pets: toxic to cats and dogs, especially the bulb

Planting and care

Plant the bulbs 10–15 cm deep with the tip facing upwards, in well-drained soil. Only plant tulips once the soil has cooled, usually from mid-October. This reduces the risk of tulip fire, a fungus that thrives in warm soil. Also read our tips on watering and the correct location.