Brisbane Tulip Bulbs
Brisbane Tulip Bulbs
Add Exotic Elegance to Your Garden with 'Brisbane' Fringed Double Tulips
The Brisbane Fringed Double Tulip is a stunning variety known for its full, peony-like blooms and heavily fringed petals. With its soft salmon or peach tones, accented by delicate light yellow frills, this tulip exudes a refined, exotic beauty. Its captivating shape and elegant color palette make it an outstanding choice for garden borders, planters, or even as a striking cut flower.
Why Choose 'Brisbane' Fringed Double Tulips?
- Peony-Like Blooms: The lush, double blooms with heavily fringed petals resemble peonies, bringing a rich, full texture to your garden.
- Beautiful Fragrance: Along with its stunning appearance, the 'Brisbane' tulip also offers a delightful fragrance, adding sensory depth to your spring garden.
- Versatile Use: Whether planted in window boxes, planters, or as a garden border, 'Brisbane' tulips bring elegance to any space and make fantastic cut flowers.
Additional Information:
- Flowering Height: 18 inches tall
- Bulb Size: 11/12
- Blooming Time: Mid to late spring, with a bloom duration of about three weeks
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-7 (with a chill period in warmer climates)
- Fragrance: Yes, beautifully fragrant
- Cut Flowers: Perfect for bouquets and vases; exotic and long-lasting
- Squirrel Repellent: Acts as a natural deterrent for squirrels
Garden Design Tips
With its lush, fringed blooms and soft peach and yellow hues, the Brisbane tulip is ideal for creating a luxurious spring garden. It pairs beautifully with other mid to late-season blooms and adds a touch of exotic charm to floral arrangements. Perfect for containers, planters, or as a bold border accent, this tulip is sure to become a centerpiece of your garden.
Planting & Care Instructions for Tulipa Fringed Double
Fringed tulips with double blooms, offering both texture and volume.
Planting Time: Fall, 6-8 weeks before the ground freezes.
Location: Full sun or partial shade with well-drained soil.
Depth & Spacing: Plant bulbs 6 inches deep and space them 4-6 inches apart.
Fertilization: Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer when planting.
Watering: Water regularly but ensure soil is not waterlogged.
After Bloom Care: Deadhead the flowers, but allow the foliage to die back naturally to strengthen the bulbs.