Tulipa 'Blue Ribbon' (Triumph Tulip Bulbs)

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Tulipa 'Blue Ribbon' (Triumph Tulip Bulbs)

£4.99

Position: full sun
Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average
Flowering period: April
Flower colour: deep plum
Other features: excellent cut-flowers
Hardiness: fully hardy
Bulb Size: 12/14A classically shaped, deep plum (not blue) coloured tulip which fades to lilac around the edges of the petals. Being a triumph tulip it is robust and has long lived flowers. Plant it up densely into pots so you can move it to a prominent spot on the patio when they are at their best.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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