Description

🌷 Tulipa Single Late Mixed – 3 Bulbs

Enjoy a colourful finish to the spring bulb season with this mixed selection of single late tulips. Their classic cup-shaped flowers rise on tall stems, making them an attractive choice for borders, patio containers and cutting.

🌼 At a Glance

• Flower colour: Mixed; colours vary with the varieties supplied
• Flower type: Single, cup-shaped blooms
• Flowering season: Late spring; timing may be earlier in Malta
• Height: Varies with the varieties supplied
• Position: Sun or light shade
• Ideal for: Borders, containers and cut flowers
• Pack contents: 3 bulbs
• Care level: Moderate in Malta; sufficient chilling is important

🪴 Planting Instructions

• When to plant: Late autumn to early winter, once the soil has cooled.
• Planting depth: Set the bulb’s base at approximately three times its height below the soil surface.
• Spacing: Allow approximately 10 cm between bulbs.
• Soil: Fertile, freely draining soil or potting mix.
• Planting method: Plant pointed end upwards, cover and water in. Choose containers with drainage holes.

💧 Watering

Keep soil moderately moist during active growth. Avoid waterlogging and reduce watering as foliage dies back.

☀️ Light & Position

Choose a bright spot sheltered from strong winds. Light afternoon shade can help protect blooms from warm spring sunshine.

🌿 Feeding

For container-grown bulbs, use a potassium-rich liquid feed during active growth, following the label instructions.

🍃 After Flowering

Remove faded flower heads and allow foliage to die back naturally. Repeat flowering can be unreliable in mild climates, so these tulips are often grown as a seasonal display.

🇲🇹 Local Growing Tips

If bulbs have not already been chilled, refrigerate them in a paper bag for 6–8 weeks before planting. Keep them away from ripening fruit and do not freeze them. Plant promptly afterwards into cool soil.

🐕🐈 Pet Safety

Tulips are toxic to dogs and cats if eaten, particularly the bulbs. Keep plants and loose bulbs out of pets’ reach.