Tulip 'Mariette'

Easy for Beginners
Will grow in Full Sun
If in stock, this item can be gift wrapped. See ‘more details’ below to learn how.
Good for Cutting
Will grow in Partial Shade
Perennial
Perfect for Pots

A well justified re-introduction, 'Mariette', a tulip of my childhood in brilliant pink which is very long-lasting. More

15 bulbs 260948-15	£8.95	In stock [?] Due to unprecedented levels of demand, please allow up to 4 weeks for despatch.
30 bulbs 260948-30	£15.95	In stock [?] Due to unprecedented levels of demand, please allow up to 4 weeks for despatch.

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A well justified re-introduction, 'Mariette', a tulip of my childhood in brilliant pink which is very long-lasting, coming back just as strong year after year.

This can be gift wrapped in our exclusive hessian sack, with ribbon and a Sarah Raven gift card. You will be able to add this to your basket once you begin the checkout process. To add a gift message to your order, simply fill out the details at the delivery stage of the checkout.

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Genus	Tulipa
Group/Species	Lily flowered
Variety	Mariette
Type	Hardy Perennial Bulb
Common Name	Tulip
Border Position	Container, Front, Middle
Bulb Size	12/+ For more info on bulb sizes, click here.
Soil Type	Acid, Alkaline, Chalky, Clay, Fertile, Heavy Clay, Neutral, Sandy
Scent	Unscented
Site	Full Sun, Part Shade
Moisture	Well-drained
Height	55cm (22in)
Spacing	Plant pointy end up 10-15cm (4-6in) deep, 8cm (3in) apart. Layer bulbs to a depth of 25-30cm (10-12in) if room is tight. Remember to add plenty of grit if your soil is heavy. For containers, space bulbs 1-2cm (½-1in) apart if planting in a single layer, give them more room, 2-3cm (1-1½in) if planting in a bulb lasagne.
Sowing, Seeds, Planting	Plant outdoors October-December.
Care Tips	Don't plant tulip bulbs until the cold weather has set in – this helps wipe out viral and fungal diseases. Leave the browning foliage on your tulips until every leaf has died right down – this allows the bulb to store more food and increases the chances of good flowering the following year.
Flowering	May
Vase Life	Tulips make supreme cut flowers. Strip the bottom leaves, tie the stems in paper to hold the stems ram-rod straight and leave to drink for at least 3 hours – or overnight. This helps keep the stems straight, but tulips do continue to grow after picking so curves may appear.
Harvesting	Flowers in May