Foxtrot Tulip Bulbs
Foxtrot Tulip Bulbs
Brighten Your Spring Garden with 'Foxtrot' Tulips
The Foxtrot Double Early tulip is a stunning variety that showcases ruffled, peony-like petals in an array of cheerful colors, including yellow, orange, and rosy-peach. Its slightly cupped flowers open to reveal green stamens and green-tipped petals, adding an extra layer of charm to its vibrant blooms. With its sturdy, weatherproof stems and early bloom time, 'Foxtrot' is the perfect way to add bold color and texture to your garden.
Why Choose 'Foxtrot' Double Early Tulips?
- Peony-Like Blooms: The lush, ruffled petals of 'Foxtrot' offer a full, textured appearance that brings elegance to any garden.
- Color Variety: The blooms open in shades of yellow, orange, and rosy-peach, with green-tipped petals for an added visual twist.
- Sturdy Stems: Built to withstand spring weather, 'Foxtrot' tulips have strong, weatherproof stems that hold up in garden beds and as cut flowers.
Additional Information:
- Flowering Height: 12-20 inches tall, 3 inches wide
- Bulb Size: 11/12
- Blooming Time: Mid-April
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil enriched with compost
- Cut Flowers: Ideal for bouquets—cut in bud stage for the longest vase life
- Winter Care: Mulch to a depth of 2 inches to protect bulbs
Garden Design Tips
Foxtrot Double Early tulips bring a burst of vibrant color to garden beds, borders, or containers with their full, peony-like blooms. For long-lasting cut flower arrangements, these tulips are ideal for adding elegance indoors. Plant them in clusters for the most striking display and pair them with other early spring perennials for a coordinated, colorful garden.
Planting & Care Instructions for Tulipa Double Early
Early blooming tulips with lush, double blooms.
Planting Time: Plant in the fall, 6-8 weeks before the ground freezes.
Location: Full sun; prefers well-drained soil.
Depth & Spacing: Plant 6-8 inches deep and space bulbs 4-6 inches apart.
Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting.
Watering: Water immediately after planting and regularly during the growing season.
After Bloom Care: Remove spent flowers, but allow foliage to die back naturally.