Tulipa 'Honeymoon'
fringed tulip bulbs
Fringed white blooms stand out against grey-green foliage, adding texture and elegance to late spring displays. Tulipa 'Honeymoon' produces sturdy stems that hold up well in the garden and as cut flowers, making it an excellent choice for borders, containers, and floral arrangements.
The finely serrated petal edges catch the light, creating a shimmering effect that enhances mixed plantings. This tulip thrives in well-drained soil and a sunny position, returning reliably each year if left undisturbed.
For a striking contrast, plant alongside deep purple or pastel-hued tulips. Deadhead spent flowers but allow the foliage to die back naturally to replenish the bulbs for the following season.
The finely serrated petal edges catch the light, creating a shimmering effect that enhances mixed plantings. This tulip thrives in well-drained soil and a sunny position, returning reliably each year if left undisturbed.
For a striking contrast, plant alongside deep purple or pastel-hued tulips. Deadhead spent flowers but allow the foliage to die back naturally to replenish the bulbs for the following season.
How to care for Tulipa Honeymoon:
Using fresh, good-quality compost, plant bulbs in pots from September to November. For borders, we advise waiting until after the first frosts (typically mid-October to early December depending on your location) to reduce the risk of potential disease such as Tulip Fire.
Plant bulbs 15-20cm (6-8in) deep and 10-15cm (4-6in) apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Alternatively, allow 7-9 bulbs per 30cm sq or 60-75 bulbs per m². If you’re unable to plant your bulbs immediately, they can be stored in a cool environment with good air circulation. Remove all the packaging and place them in a loose-weave jute sack before labelling and hanging up in a dry, unheated garden shed or well-ventilated greenhouse.
In spring, when the plants are in active growth, apply a high-potash fertiliser (like Tomorite) each week until the leaves start to die back. Pinch off the spent flower heads as the petals fall, and let the stem and foliage die back naturally. The bulbs can then be lifted and discarded, or cleaned, dried and stored (as before) for replanting the following autumn.
Plant bulbs 15-20cm (6-8in) deep and 10-15cm (4-6in) apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Alternatively, allow 7-9 bulbs per 30cm sq or 60-75 bulbs per m². If you’re unable to plant your bulbs immediately, they can be stored in a cool environment with good air circulation. Remove all the packaging and place them in a loose-weave jute sack before labelling and hanging up in a dry, unheated garden shed or well-ventilated greenhouse.
In spring, when the plants are in active growth, apply a high-potash fertiliser (like Tomorite) each week until the leaves start to die back. Pinch off the spent flower heads as the petals fall, and let the stem and foliage die back naturally. The bulbs can then be lifted and discarded, or cleaned, dried and stored (as before) for replanting the following autumn.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.45m
Eventual spread:
0.15m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
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Humans: Harmful if eaten; skin allergen; Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
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Bulbs (only)£4.95
