Since 1868 de Jager has been producing top quality, top sized bulbs. The large sizes do make an enormous difference, providing bigger flowers, stronger stems, and better naturalisation. Choose from over 720 varieties and transform your garden with scent and colour. Spring Flowering Bulbs now available to order.
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British Gamble
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Immerse yourself in the elegance of the Large Trumpet Daffodil British Gamble. The expansive white perianth exudes a delicate purity, while the pale lemon trumpet, with its delightful apricot-pink frilled edge, adds a touch of sophisticated charm.
This daffodil variety graces gardens with its serene beauty, inviting gardeners to revel in the unique colour combination. The British Gamble proves a captivating choice for those seeking to create a tranquil, visually stunning garden space.
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Barrett Browning
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A long-time favourite Narcissus for naturalising, Barrett Browning has stood the test of time and has been adored by gardeners since the 1940’s.
A pure-white perianth opens up from bud in early spring to reveal the brightest Valencian-orange cup within – a colour combination which makes this rather special Daffodil stand out from the crowd.
For a striking impression, mass plant in swathes through a grassy area such as an orchard or bank.
Narcissus ‘Barrett Browning’ is brilliant for cutting and adding a shot of colour to spring floral displays and looks stunning picked and arranged simply with its own foliage in the vase.
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Acropolis
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Layered ivory petals surround flecks of scarlet at the core, like fireflies caught in snow. The fullness is lush, yet never messy - each bloom a miniature bouquet. Double Daffodil 'Acropolis' is a stunning specimen for cutting or close-up planting.
Fragrance and form combine in this sophisticated April performer.
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Avalanche
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The strong, upright stems of Narcissus ‘Avalanche’ carry a remarkable plethora of blooms – up to 20 flowers are held in generous clusters on each stem. Broad, milk-white petals encompass a dinky, buttercup-yellow, acorn-shaped cup. This cultivar bears a well-deserved RHS Award of Garden Merit, confirming its exceptional quality.
Heighten the extraordinary fragrance of ‘Avalanche’ by planting in swathes amongst borders, lawns, and rockeries, and in pots against a sunny wall. This Tazetta variety responds equally well to indoor growing – try forcing bulbs in bowls to bring spring joy even when the weather outdoors is not so tempting.
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Atom
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With dazzling, showy blooms of electric orange-red, Gladiolus ‘Atom’ is an exhilarating addition to your summer display. Each petal smoulders with intense colour, defined and highlighted by a silvery white outline.
These jaw-dropping flowers are borne on impressive spikes, flanked by sword-like foliage. The structural spires will bring a bold vertical accent to your herbaceous borders.
A few of these stems placed in a tall vase makes for a long-lasting, invigorating floral arrangement. Cut once the bottom flower has opened, and the remaining buds will unfurl sequentially indoors. Little wonder that Gladioli are a florist’s favourite!
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Autumn Princess
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The Dutch Iris Autumn Princess mesmerises with bronze petals elegantly contrasted by golden-yellow falls. This regal bloom thrives in autumn, adding a touch of majesty to any garden.
Its petals shimmer in sunlight, exuding a warm, inviting glow which beckons admirers. Perfect for striking floral arrangements or enhancing your garden’s natural beauty, this variety captivates with rich, autumnal hues and enchanting presence.
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Dardanus
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Iris Regelio-Cyclus Daradanus captivates with standards shaded and veined in lilac, whilst creamy falls are heavily veined in purple. This beautiful garden variety offers a striking contrast of colours and textures, each blossom a work of art.
The delicate veining adds an intricate, lace-like pattern to the petals, enhancing their visual appeal. This iris brings a touch of refinement and elegance to any garden, sophisticated hues and exquisite form a testament to nature's splendour..
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Giant
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Also known as ‘wand flowers’, Ixia ‘Giant’ brings a magical touch with clusters of twinkling, starry, ivory-white flowers embellished with purple-maroon hearts. As its name suggests, this variety bears particularly sizeable blooms on tall stems.
Native to South Africa, these tender corms are gratifying and easy to grow – simply offer protection from frost and plant on free-draining soil in plenty of sunshine.
‘Giant’ is ideal for patio planters, where the pretty blooms can be admired up close and moved to a sheltered location over winter. Renowned for their superiority as cut flowers, Ixia have an excellent vase life for delightful floral arrangements.
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Abba
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The Abba tulip is a stunning, glowing tomato-red double tulip with cardinal-red flames. Early flowering and fragrant, it fills the garden with vibrant colour and delightful scent. The rich, fiery petals create a dramatic, captivating display.
Plant these for an early burst of colour which awakens the senses and enlivens your garden.
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Apeldoorn
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A highly popular, much-admired Darwin Hybrid, ‘Apeldoorn’ is renowned for its superb, oval-shaped flowers held on long, strong stems. The exceptionally large blooms are draped with cherry red petals, lit from below by a golden base and punctuated by a prominent black centre.
These striking tulips have a bold presence when planted in sweeping drifts amongst borders, and when arranged an abundant display in large containers. A gentle vanilla scent will add an extra dimension to your enjoyment of ‘Apeldoorn’. With Fosteriana as one its parent varieties, this long-lasting tulip returns well each year as a perennial bulb.
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Fancy Frills
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The Fringed Tulip Fancy Frills captivates with ethereal beauty. Delicate ivory-white petals are artistically adorned with Bengal rose stripes and edges, culminating in a crystalline fringe which glimmers in sunlight.
The intricate fringes, almost like fine lacework, create a breathtaking spectacle in any garden. Each bloom unfurls, offering an enchanting display of contrast and elegance, inviting admirers to marvel at exquisite, almost otherworldly charm.
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Atlantis
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Violet petals edged thickly in white create sharp contrast, best appreciated in clumps or rhythmic rows. Strong stems resist wind, and May blooms hold their form in rain.
May flowering tulip Atlantis is perfect for structure, tone, and bold bedding schemes. Pairs well with whites or soft pinks.
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Ballerina
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You may well catch the scent of tulip ‘Ballerina’ way before you see her dancing in the garden, as she emits a beautiful, spicy-citrus perfume on warm spring days. This stunningly elegant tulip blooms in a graceful lily-flowered shape. Long, slender petals curve up and point outwards in zesty, marmalade-orange tones.
A super long-lasting cut flower which adds a stylish look to spring arrangements and bouquets. Tulip ‘Ballerina’ has been granted a prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the RHS for its all-round excellent performance.
Combine with pastel Aquilegias, Jonquilla ‘Cosmopolitan’ and tulip ‘Black Parrot’ for a tasteful, architectural late spring show. Plant the bulbs densely for an eye-catching effect.
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Angelique
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Often mistaken for a fragrant, ruffled paeony rather than a tulip, ‘Angelique’ is a romantic-looking, soft-pink paeony-tulip.
The apple-blossom pink blooms open fully during April and May and make stunning cut flowers for pretty spring arrangements. Cut or pull the stems before buds fully open for a long vase-life.
Awarded the prestigious Award of Garden Merit by the RHS, ‘Angelique’ is a remarkable tulip which looks particularly effective when the bulbs are nestled closely together in pots and planted as a drift in the border.
Combine with fellow ice-cream shades for an angelic display, or with dark purple hues for delectable contrast.
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Apricot Parrot
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Tulip ‘Apricot Parrot’ produces enormous, striking peach blooms to add colourful flamboyance to the late spring garden. Apricot-pink petals unfurl and gently curl with rippling, feathered edges and green and ivory streaks.
These attention-demanding tulips have been granted an Award of Garden Merit by the RHS and are excellent for cutting and adding a touch of glamour to floral displays. Plant en masse in garden beds, borders and pots for a spectacular show in May.
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Elegant Crown
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Vibrant red flowers edged with pristine white, the Elegant Crown tulip exudes royal elegance in every petal.
The striking coloration draws the eye, creating a focal point in any garden. Each bloom stands tall and proud, embodying grace and sophistication. Plant these bulbs for a touch of timeless beauty which blossoms with dramatic flair.
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Grand Perfection
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With lashings of berry coulis swirled through a vanilla base, ‘Grand Perfection’ is like an indulgent scoop of raspberry ripple ice cream. An irresistible treat for your garden, this tantalising tulip makes a luscious addition to borders and pots.
With its strong stems and gorgeous markings, this variety makes an excellent cut flower – bring a few stems indoors to adorn your home with sumptuous blooms. Proudly exhibiting an Award of Garden Merit from the RHS, ‘Grand Perfection’ proves robust to grow, as well as exquisite to behold.
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Aflatunense
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An extremely popular, heirloom species of Allium – ‘Aflatunense’ produces umbels of purple-lilac flowers in May.
The handsome violet globes sit proudly on straight stems up to 75cm tall in the border and are excellent for drying and using in seasonal arrangements.
Alliums are timeless, versatile plants which are as at home in a contemporary planting scheme, as they are in a traditional cottage garden border.
Plant the bulbs in full sun and where left undisturbed, they will naturalise over time. Underplant with textural perennials such as Hostas, Ferns, Heuchera and grasses which will hide any fading foliage.
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Blue Candle
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Large, eye-catching spikes of lavender-blue, star-shaped flowers rise up during May and June on Camassia ‘Blue Candle.’
This statuesque cultivar produces stems up to a metre in height and is perfect for naturalising in a large border, or through long grass in dappled shade. Moist, well-drained soil is a must for Camassias. Plant the bulbs in groups or swathes for a generous display of soft summer blues.
The bee-friendly florets open from the base of stems upwards, giving a long-lasting display. Beautiful planted next to early summer Alliums for a harmonious and attractive display of colour and shape.
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Laxa Corrina
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Triteleia Laxa Corrina enchants with delicate clusters of star-shaped flowers in shades of blue. These charming blooms grace gardens with refined elegance and subtle beauty. Perfect for borders and rockeries, they thrive in well-drained soil, adding a touch of sophistication to garden beds.
The long-lasting blooms of Corrina provide a graceful display, attracting pollinators and offering a serene visual experience from late spring through early summer.
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Body Builder
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Not named lightly - this mid season tulip Body Builder shows strength in every line. Bold red petals flare with yellow-orange trim, each flower held high on a muscle-strong stem. Perfect for cutting, marvellous for mass planting. April to May sees the garden packed with colour and confidence. A tulip made not for whispers, but accolades.
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Green Dreams
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Immerse your garden in the enchanting beauty of Fritillaria Persica Green Dreams. Light purple flowers, delicately edged with pale green, create a mesmerizing spectacle. Softly curved petals gleam in the sunlight, inviting admiration.
Each bloom exudes an ethereal charm, transforming any landscape into a dreamlike haven. Plant these extraordinary bulbs and experience a garden which captures the essence of spring's tender beauty.
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Desdemona
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Chic, ivory-white blooms of ‘Desdemona’ glow amongst a bed of forest green foliage in mid-spring, illuminating garden borders and containers. The alluring white flowers often feature a touch of soft, primrose yellow at their throats, adding to their charm.
This snowy satin beauty makes an excellent cut flower, adding a refined touch of spring to any floral arrangement.
Winner of a prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the RHS for reliability and looks, ‘Desdemona’ will reward you year after year as the bulbs multiply with ease.
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Falmouth Bay
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Daffodil 'Falmouth Bay' is uncluttered and refined, snow-white petals encircle a cool green centre.
Each Falmouth Bay flower appears sculpted, bringing calm to vibrant spring beds. A serene contrast to louder companions, offering a modern note in pots or mass plantings. An tasteful presence during the April bloom.
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Dick Wilden
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Golden outer petals hold a tightly ruffled core in deeper gold - like spun butter and honey. Double Daffodil 'Dick Wilden' has strong stems and generous heads make this a favourite for vase or border.
Timeless charm radiates from these blooms, offering a joyful greeting in early April gardens.
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Cheerfulness
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Each sturdy stem of Narcissus ‘Cheerfulness’ is like a miniature bouquet of pint-sized peonies for early spring. Sumptuous, frilly, fully double blooms are borne in bunches of up to 4 flowers with petals of alabaster white. This outstanding variety proudly flaunts an RHS Award of Garden Merit, and is a proven performer for borders, lawns, rockeries, and containers.
This Tazetta is notable for its especially sweet scent and makes a wonderful cut flower to fill the room with honeyed perfume. ‘Cheerfulness’ is also suitable for forcing in indoor planters for a long-lasting floral display you can admire without even having to step foot outside.
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Charming Lady
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Slender spikes carry pale lilac-pink trumpets from midsummer onwards. Shorter than traditional gladioli, yet just as graceful.
Hardy Gladiolus Charming Lady is superb for cutting or filling mid-height gaps in sunlit borders. Requires free-draining soil and full sun. Stake lightly in exposed areas.
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Carmen
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Dutch Iris Carmen enchants with exquisite violet-pink and white flowers, delicately adorned with ethereal blue veins and a striking yellow blotch. This variety brings a touch of romance to the garden, its blossoms resembling fine porcelain kissed by morning dew.
The gentle hues blend harmoniously, creating a serene, enchanting atmosphere. Ideal for borders or bouquets, Carmen’s delicate beauty leaves a lasting impression.
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Unguicularis
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A welcome sight in the depths of winter, Iris ‘Unguicularis’ generously provides beautiful flowers from November to March. With delicate petals like butterfly wings, the lavender-blue blooms flutter above lance-shaped, evergreen foliage.
Brightening bare borders and containers, this variety delivers a dash of colour when it is needed most. The blooms radiate a soft, sweet scent – capitalise on this fragrance by positioning near frequented walkways.
‘Unguicularis’ is native to a dry climate and thrives in light, free-draining soil with a south-facing aspect. Snip the pretty, perfumed blooms as fresh cut flowers to relish some floral joy indoors during the winter months.
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Mabel
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Ixia Mabel dazzles with vibrant, deep pink blooms, evoking whimsical elegance in any garden. These striking flowers, with star-shaped petals, bloom profusely, creating a breathtaking tapestry of colour.
Ideal for sunny borders and containers, Ixia Mabel thrives in well-drained soil and adds a splash of vivacious charm to floral arrangements. Their luminous, intense hue captures the essence of summer, enticing butterflies and garden enthusiasts alike.
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Candela
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A beacon of brightness, the Fosteriana Tulip Candela showcases large, vivid yellow flowers atop sturdy stems. Robust blooms symbolize resilience and cheer, luminous petals radiating warmth and positivity.
Perfect for creating a sunny focal point in the garden, Candela tulips bring a sense of vigour and vitality, strong stems ensuring they stand tall even in breezy conditions. They are a true celebration of spring’s exuberance.
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Belicia
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Tulip ‘Belicia’ produces stems of multiple fancy blooms which will billow in the spring breeze like the plumes of a cavalier hat. The stunning feather-like petals emerge in a soft shade of primrose yellow, edged in carmine, and fade to raspberry-rippled ivory.
The show-stopping bouquet-flowering Tulips are an arresting sight when planted to bloom in wide swathes in the border. Plant taller tulips such as the rich and plummy ‘Black Hero’ and elegant ‘Queen of Night’ behind for complimentary colour and texture.
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Apeldoorn Elite
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With brilliant, mandarin-red petals edged by a broad blaze of amber, ‘Apeldoorn Elite’ radiates a warm glow to illuminate your spring display. The enormous, long-lasting, egg-shaped blooms are carried on impressively long stems, making them a fantastic cut flower for bouquets and floral arrangements.
These Darwin Hybrids make an eye-catching statement when planted in generous groupings amongst borders and in large containers. ‘Apeldoorn Elite’ has proven its prestigious status with the accolade of an RHS Award of Garden Merit, testament to its reliability and high value in the garden.
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Brown Sugar
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A unique colour rarely found in the floral world, ‘Brown Sugar’ is something like the caramelised sugar on top of a crème brûlée. With petals dipped in a delectable combination of cinnamon and toffee, this tulip is a luscious treat for your garden. The unusual colour makes an intriguing display when planted on its own, and is brought to life by contrasting velvety hues of purple, orange, and red.
This variety is further enhanced by a delightfully sweet fragrance for a complete sensory sensation. With its enticing caramel tones and long stems, ‘Brown Sugar’ makes a glorious addition to a bouquet or floral arrangement.
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Flamenco
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Fringed petals in yellow gold, with a red ribbon curling through each one - like a dancer mid-spin, caught in sunlight. ‘Flamenco’ blooms in May but lingers in memory much longer.
This is not a quiet flower. Flamenco performs, it sways, and commands the garden stage with unmatched energy and flair.
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Doll's Minuet
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Vivid red petals flare outward with vertical green flames. Unique among tulips, viridiflora Doll's Minuet blends vibrant colour with sharp line.
Flowers emerge in May on tall, upright stems. Best suited to structured beds and strong design schemes. Cool weather extends bloom time.
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Bleu Aimable
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Silken, reflexed petals of lavender-blue open up from tight buds in May to produce the most perfect blooms on tulip ‘Bleu Aimable’, making this unusual tulip the star of spring borders and containers. The colours become deeper and richer as the blooms mature.
Acid-green foliage seems to intensify the purple hues and this stunning tulip works equally well with silvery-blue plants in the garden and in the vase.
Late-blooming tulip ‘Bleu Aimable’ is one of the last tulips to bloom, putting on an unmissable encore in the spring garden.
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Elegant Lady
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A tulip truly worthy of its name, ‘Elegant Lady’ is a stylish and graceful bloom to bring a sophisticated edge to the garden in late spring. Soft, muted shades of creamy-yellow with touches of lavender and blush-pink merge together on arching, pointed petals forming fine, lily-like blooms.
Excellent for cutting and easy to weave into spring floral arrangements to compliment the shape and colour of other flowers.
Tulip ‘Elegant Lady’ looks magical in any spring border and is perfect for pretty pots. Underplant with pink and violet flowers to enhance the hues.
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Dream Club
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Multiflowering tulip Dream Club has white petals with pink outlines which grow deeper with time - each bloom matures like fine wine.
Two or three flowers rise per stem, making every bulb a generous gift. April sees their debut, and they perform with grace through spring’s best weeks. A classic tulip with a romantic streak.
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Blue Diamond
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Starting life as a saturated shade of violet-pink and fading to silvery lavender-blue with delicate veining, the larger than average blooms of tulip ‘Blue Diamond’ are an unmissable treat for the late spring garden.
Breath-taking when planted en masse in blocks and ribbons, and brilliant for spring containers, paeony-tulip ‘Blue Diamond’ is a perfect cut flower, ageing with grace both in the vase and in the garden.
Bright spring green foliage will intensify the colours as will orange and yellow hues.
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Black Parrot
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A distinguished tulip for the late spring garden, ‘Black Parrot’ dramatically flaunts feathered, undulating petals of velvety rich-maroon as it unfolds.
Tall stems make this RHS award-winning tulip perfect for cutting. The handsome blooms are long-lasting both in the garden and in the vase, twisting, curling and lightening to a swirling palette of plum shades as it opens and develops.
The dark, beautifully laciniated flowers look even more striking planted next to more simple-shaped tulips, either in similar tones or contrasting colours. We love it brushing up against the fragrant orange, lily-flowering tulip ‘Ballerina’.
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Crown of Dynasty
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Crown of Dynasty tulips showcase bright pink petals with a pure white base, offering a delightful contrast.
These flowers bring a regal charm to your garden, their vivid colours creating an eye-catching display. With their classic, upright form, they add a touch of refined elegance, making them a must-have for any springtime floral arrangement.
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Helmar
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Resembling the tulips of Dutch Master still-life paintings, the picturesque blooms of ‘Helmar’ are a true work of art. Decorated with dramatic streaks from a primary-colour palette, flames of ruby red lick up canary yellow petals.
Now the result of careful breeding, free from the virus which caused the broken patterning of historical tulips, ‘Helmar’ is a picture of health. Drawing the gaze of all who visit your garden, this bi-coloured variety will provide an artistic accent amongst borders and container displays. The sizeable flowers borne on lengthy stems are perfect to fill vases around your home.
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Magic Bells
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Unveil the magical allure of Fritillaria Persica Magic Bells in your garden. These stunning flowers showcase a creamy base elegantly tinged with shades of purple, creating a captivating visual symphony. Blossoms, resembling delicate bells, sway gracefully in the breeze, adding a touch of whimsy.
Unique coloration and enchanting form make them a true standout, enchanting every visitor with spellbinding charm. Embrace the enchantment and let your garden bloom with magic.
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Dutch Master
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A flamboyant, fragrant beauty which has been gracing garden borders and announcing spring since 1938 - ‘Dutch Master’ is a multi-award-winning Narcissi for good reason, holding an Award of Garden merit from the RHS amongst its accolades.
Standing proud in the garden on long, strong stems, rich golden blooms feature a large, fluted central trumpet.
Naturalises beautifully in borders, containers, and grassy areas, adding a swathe of spring sunshine wherever these Narcissi bloom. Perfect for cutting and arranging. Snip when the blooms are half open for a long vase life and condition separately before adding to arrangements or bouquets.
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Carlton
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A prolific bloomer, big, bold, and bright yellow - classic Daffodil ‘Carlton’ is a worthy holder of the respected ‘Award of Garden Merit’ from the RHS.
A Narcissus grown extensively for cutting as the staunch flowers bloom early and in abundance. A wide perianth and large open trumpet in matching egg-yolk yellow make ‘Carlton’ a robust and reliable option for perennial planting, and a faithful favourite amongst gardeners and florists.
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Mint Julep
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Delight in the subtle allure of the Small-cupped Narcissi Mint Julep. This enchanting bulbous plant showcases a green-eyed heart which exudes tranquillity, surrounded by the palest yellow perianth segments.
Each petal gently overlaps, creating a harmonious, rounded form. As it blooms, the plant offers a serene elegance to any garden, its delicate hues blending seamlessly into the natural landscape. Plant these narcissi for a touch of ethereal beauty and soothing charm in your outdoor haven.
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Double Sunrise
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Illuminate your garden with the vibrant Double Daffodil Double Sunrise. These dazzling flowers boast bright yellow petals, punctuated by rich orange segments at their centre.
The interplay of colours creates a stunning visual effect, reminiscent of a fiery sunrise. Each bloom is a burst of cheerfulness, bringing warmth and joy to your outdoor space. Perfect for creating bold, eye-catching displays, this daffodil variety promises to brighten even the dullest corners of your garden.
