Tulipa humilis 'Helene'
botanical tulip bulbs
- 10 × bulbs
- £5.99
- available to order from autumn 2024
- 30 × bulbs
- £16.00 £17.97
- available to order from autumn 2024
Delivery options
- Bulbs (only) £4.95
- Position: full sun
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: early April
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb size: 11/12
Almost crocus and cyclamen-like, this lilac-pink variety of species-type tulip is naturally adapted to bloom profusely, making itself at home in alpine pots, rockeries, beds and borders. Short, sturdy and reliable, ‘Helene’ is easy to grow with little ongoing maintenance and is one of the few that do not need to be lifted each year as it will spread to form good-sized clumps. - 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 deadhead 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.
- Humans: Harmful if eaten; skin allergen; Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
