Tulipa 'Mariage'
double early tulip bulbs
- 7 × bulbs
- £7.99 £1.14 each
- available to order from autumn
- 21 × bulbs
- £21.00 £1.00 each
- available to order from autumn
Delivery options
- Bulbs (only) £4.99
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or general purpose compost
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: April to May
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb size: 11/12
With its sumptuous, blousy blooms, this extraordinary double tulip delivers spectacular spring displays when many gardeners are still longing for peony season. The fulsome, frilly flowers showcase a delicate rose-pink colouration that creates an aura of elegant sophistication in borders and cutting gardens.
Tulipa 'Mariage' flowers earlier than typical double tulips, making it invaluable for spring weddings and special occasions when peonies aren't yet available. The neat grey-green foliage reaches approximately 35cm (14in), providing an attractive backdrop for the richly filled blooms.
Ideal for cutting gardens, the firm flowers create breathtaking bouquets with exceptional vase life.
Tulipa 'Mariage' flowers earlier than typical double tulips, making it invaluable for spring weddings and special occasions when peonies aren't yet available. The neat grey-green foliage reaches approximately 35cm (14in), providing an attractive backdrop for the richly filled blooms.
Ideal for cutting gardens, the firm flowers create breathtaking bouquets with exceptional vase life.
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.
- Humans: Harmful if eaten; skin allergen; Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
