Tulip Continental
Botanical Name: Tulipa hybrida
2 bulbs
Tulip Continental is a sought after variety for its deep maroon-purple, almost black petals accentuated by its dark stems.
Product Specifications
| How To Grow |
- In most climates, Tulips benefit from being chilled in a paper bag in the crisper section of the fridge for 4-6 weeks before planting.
- Ensure soil temperatures have cooled to around 20°C prior to planting.
- Prepare soil to be weed-free, well-draining and rich in organic matter.
- Plant 10-15cm deep 10cm apart full sun or part shade with the pointy end of the bulb facing up.
- Water soil well at time of planting and mulch after shoots appear to protect from warm weather.
- Water regularly and deeply.
- Feed when buds start to appear for the best floral display.
- An additional application of fertiliser once the flowers are finished will improve the next years’ display.
- At the end of the season, remove spent flowers and allow foliage to yellow so that energy is re-absorbed into the bulb.
- In very cool climates with dry mild Summers, bulbs can be left in the ground to rebloom next Spring.
- In most climates, bulbs are best lifted when dormant and stored in a cool dry place. Don’t forget to place bulbs in the fridge 4-6 weeks before planting the next season.
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| When To Plant |
Late Summer / Early Winter
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| Flowering |
Late Winter / Spring |
