Double Late Tulip 'Vogue' - 25 pieces

CHF 25.85
CHF 25.85
Double Late Tulip 'Vogue' - 25 pieces

Double Late Tulip 'Vogue' - 25 pieces

Tulip 'Vogue'

CHF 25.85
CHF 25.85
  • Densely double, peony-like flowers
  • Raspberry pink with white accents
  • Petals become ruffled as they open
  • Late flowering in May, about 45–55 cm tall
  • Strong, wind-resistant stems, good cut flower

'Vogue' is a double late tulip with lush, peony-like flowers in raspberry pink. White accents appear at the base and along the edges, and the petals become increasingly ruffled as the flowers open. Strong stems carry the blooms safely through wind and weather.

About this variety

If you love peonies but do not want to wait until June, 'Vogue' is a lovely alternative. The flowers are fully double and glow in a strong raspberry pink. White patches at the base and along the edges brighten the picture. The further the flower opens, the more the petals ruffle.

At about 45–55 cm tall, 'Vogue' sits well in the middle of beds and borders. White tulips, forget-me-nots or purple alliums make good companions, as do early hardy geraniums. In pots on balconies and patios it works as the top layer of a bulb lasagne, as it flowers late. The sturdy stems keep the heavy heads upright even in wind.

In a vase it looks luxurious, and the flowers change from day to day. Double flowers are barely accessible to pollinators. Like most garden tulips, it flowers most generously in its first year; replanting regularly keeps the display full.

Planting

Plant the bulbs from September to December, ideally in October and November once the soil has cooled. Set them 10–15 cm deep, tip upwards, 10–12 cm apart, preferably in groups of 10 or more. A sunny spot and well-drained soil without waterlogging are important; in heavy soil, add grit to the planting hole. Plant more densely in containers.

Care

Water during dry spells in spring. Deadhead faded flowers and leave the foliage until it has turned yellow. The bulbs can stay in the ground; for full flowering, replant or lift them and store them dry. Use a planting basket if voles are a problem. Protect pots from persistent wet in winter.

Specifications

  • Botanical name: Tulip 'Vogue'
  • Genus: Tulips
  • Class: Double late tulips
  • Supplied as: Flower bulbs
  • Flower colour: Pink
  • Fragrant: No
  • Flowering time: May
  • Flowering season: Late spring
  • Height: 50 cm
  • Spread: 15 cm
  • Habit: Upright
  • Position: Sun
  • Suitable for: Bed, Bed edge and border, Pot and container, Cutting garden
  • Soil type: Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
  • Drainage: Well-drained
  • Soil moisture: Moist
  • Soil pH: Neutral
  • Soil note: Suitable for many Swiss garden soils. A loose structure and good drainage matter more than a particular soil type.
  • Planting time: September, October, November, December
  • Planting depth: 4–6 inches
  • Spacing: 4–5 in
  • Number per m²: 80
  • Hardiness in Switzerland: Hardy in Switzerland
  • Hardiness by location: Hardy, also at higher altitudes
  • Hardiness zone (USDA): 3–8
  • Overwintering note: Generally hardy in garden soil in Switzerland. At high, windy sites and in containers, plan extra winter protection and avoid winter wet.
  • For containers: Well suited to containers
  • Container note: Suitable for sufficiently deep pots. Avoid waterlogging and let the foliage die back completely after flowering.
  • Cut flower: Suitable as a cut flower
  • Naturalising: Partly suitable
  • Naturalising note: Can return for several years. Spreading on its own is not guaranteed for this variety, however.
  • For bees and butterflies: Not attractive to pollinators
  • Toxicity: Harmful if eaten; contact with the plant can irritate the skin. Keep away from children and pets and wear gloves when planting.
  • RHS hardiness: H6

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