Tulipa 'Curley Sue' (Fringed Tulip Bulbs)

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Tulipa 'Curley Sue' (Fringed Tulip Bulbs)

£4.99

Position: full sun
Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average
Flowering period: May
Flower colour: purple
Other features: excellent cut-flowers
Hardiness: fully hardy
Bulb size: 1/12This is a relatively new variety with deep purple petals that have a fine, comb-like fringe around the edges. The flowers are quite long lasting, have sturdy stems and look great in 'bruised' coloured borders.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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