Tulipa Caribbean Parrot Bulbs
A tropical cocktail of colours, the Tulip ‘Caribbean Parrot’ is colourful and vibrant. Close up, the ruffled petals resemble feathers of a bird of paradise, and the fruity shades of mango and papaya add abundant measures of charm.
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- Pack size: 5 bulbs / 25 bulbs
- Height and Spread: up to 50cm (1ft 7in) x W: 20cm (8in) in 1-2 years
A tropical cocktail of colours, the Tulip ‘Caribbean Parrot’ is colourful and vibrant. Close up, the ruffled petals resemble feathers of a bird of paradise, and the fruity shades of mango and papaya add abundant measures of charm.
Whimsically shaped, the Parrot Tulips have developed from mutations of certain late-flowering tulips, and tulips in the Triumph group. As the flower matures and opens, resembling a parrot’s plumage, its petals appear serrated and brilliant colours are revealed.
- Flowers: April
- Well drained soil
- South aspect
- Full sun
- Sheltered
- Planting Time and Depth: Autumn-Winter (September-December), 15cm (6in) deep and 10-15cm (4-6in) apart
- Protect from excessive wet and strong winds
- Bulbs are toxic to pets or humans if ingested and may cause skin allergy
- Deadhead as flowers fade but allow leaves to die back naturally