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Tulip Bulbs - Double Surprise

Strong double blooms resemble fully opened peonies

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Tulipa 'Double Surprise'

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

BLOOM SEASON

  • Late Spring

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 16 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Double
  • Peony-Flowered

COLOR

  • Pink
  • White

Dazzling with lavish, peony-like blooms, Double Surprise Tulip is true to its name! Its densely packed double flowers open to reveal glowing white centers surrounded by ruffled petals with an ever so slightly feathering of pinkish-purple. This bi-tone coloring creates a subdued yet surprisingly dramatic texture with gentle contrast in late spring gardens.

  • • Exterior lower petals feature magenta-pink feathering
  • • Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil conditions
  • • Late-season bloomer that extends spring garden interest

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 5 to 6 inches

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7

COVERAGE

Amount Recommended Coverage
10 Bulbs / Ships in Fall Up to 2 Sq. Ft
20 Bulbs / Ships in Fall Up to 4 Sq. Ft
50 Bulbs / Ships in Fall Up to 10 Sq. Ft
100 Bulbs / Ships in Fall Up to 20 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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Tulip Bulbs - Double Surprise

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What type of bulb is Double Surprise Tulip grown from?

Double Surprise Tulip is grown from a bulb.

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