Tulipa 'Pittsburg' (Triumph Tulip Bulbs)

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Tulipa 'Pittsburg' (Triumph Tulip Bulbs)

£5.99

Position: full sun
Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average
Flowering period: April - May
Flower colour: rich pinky red
Other features: excellent cut-flowers
Hardiness: fully hardy
Bulb Size: 10/11The richly coloured petals of this beautiful tulip are flushed with a smokey haze on the outside, which gives the flowers a lustrous and rich feel. Like all triumph tulips, its sturdy stems stand up to the worst weather, and the flowers last well after being cut. A real beauty which is very tough and robust.Garden care: In September to December plant bulbs 15-20cm deep and 10-15cm apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Alternatively, allow 7-9 bulbs per 30cm sq. After flowering dead-head and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser each week for the first month. Once the foliage has died down naturally lift the bulbs and store in a cool greenhouse.

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