Tulipa 'Blushing Apeldoorn' Bulbs
Best reliable perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, fragrant spring cut flowers.
Experience the captivating beauty of Tulipa 'Blushing Apeldoorn' bulbs. This Darwin Hybrid tulip offers a striking bicolored display, with brilliant yellow petals delicately blushing with red. Growing on sturdy stems, these mid-spring blooms are wonderfully fragrant and perfect for cutting. Known for its reliable, long-term perennial performance, this variety thrives in hardiness zones 3-8. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for beds, borders, and containers, adding vibrant color to your garden.
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Price vs Category Average
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking evolving visual interest throughout the spring season
- Homeowners wanting reliable perennials that return year after year
- Floral designers needing sturdy stems for dramatic arrangements
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in areas with high deer or rodent populations
- Minimalists who dislike messy, fading foliage in garden beds
- Residents in warm climates without natural winter chill
Performance breakdown
Perennial Reliability
Darwin Hybrids are renowned for consistent, multi-year garden performance.
Visual Impact
Bold bicolored petals create a high-contrast focal point in spring beds.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and fragrant blooms make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Hardiness Range
Broad adaptability across zones 3 through 8 ensures wide regional success.
Ease of Cultivation
Low-maintenance requirements make these bulbs perfect for novice gardeners.
Container Versatility
Compact mature height allows for effortless styling in pots and planters.
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Mature Height
12 inches
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Flower Type
Tulip
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Spring
Fragrance Level
Mildly Fragrant
Flower Color
Yellow, Red
Features
- Striking bicolored yellow and red flowers
- Fragrant blooms ideal for cutting
- Sturdy stems support mid-spring flowers
- Reliable, long-term perennial performance
- Suitable for beds, borders, and containers
- Hardy to Zone 3
- Attracts pollinators
- Easy to grow
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of the 'Blushing Apeldoorn' bulbs. Reviewers frequently highlight the impressive size and vibrant, true to description coloring of the blooms, noting the beautiful transition from yellow to deep apricot pink. The high success rate of sprouting and flowering is a major point of satisfaction, confirming these bulbs deliver dependable garden performance year after year. This reliability makes them a highly valued addition to spring landscapes.
Know before you buy
Yes, 'Blushing Apeldoorn' is a Darwin Hybrid variety known for its reliable, long-term perennial performance in zones 3 through 8.
Absolutely. Their sturdy stems and compact mature height of 12 inches make them an excellent choice for container gardening as well as traditional garden beds.
These bulbs require moist, well-drained soil to thrive. Ensure your planting site does not stay waterlogged, as this can cause the bulbs to rot.
Yes, they are ideal for cutting. They offer a mild fragrance and sturdy stems that hold up well in a vase.
For the best performance and vibrant color, plant these bulbs in a location that receives full sun.
You can expect these tulips to bloom during mid-spring.
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