Apricot Beauty Tulip
Best choice for gardeners seeking reliable, elegant spring color.
The Apricot Beauty Tulip brings genuine elegance to your garden with its soft apricot peach blooms. This popular Darwin-type tulip is a mid-spring bloomer, offering a reliable and beautiful display. Perennial in USDA Zones 3-8, it's a versatile choice for flower beds, borders, containers, and rock gardens. These tulips also make excellent cut flowers, providing long-lasting color indoors. For optimal growth, ensure proper fall planting and provide well-drained soil. These bulbs are shipped for early to mid-October planting, setting the stage for a stunning spring.
$13.50
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
16
/ 3259
#16 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-43%
Below average
Model Number
406
/ FB
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking elegant, versatile color transitions for spring beds
- Landscapers wanting early-season blooms to bridge spring gaps
- Fragrance lovers planting near walkways or in cutting gardens
Who should skip it
- Gardeners desiring low-maintenance, long-term perennial displays
- Gardeners in areas with high squirrel or rodent populations
- Gardeners with planting sites exposed to harsh afternoon sun
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetic
Soft apricot tones provide a sophisticated, warm palette for spring gardens.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, borders, or as fresh-cut indoor arrangements.
Hardiness Range
Reliable perennial performance across a broad spectrum of USDA climate zones.
Planting Simplicity
Standard depth and spacing requirements make installation straightforward for most gardeners.
Cut Flower Longevity
Sturdy stems offer impressive vase life for seasonal home displays.
Growth Predictability
Darwin-type genetics ensure consistent, uniform height and reliable mid-spring flowering.
Key Specs
Model Number
FB406
Flower Type
Single early, Darwin type Tulip
Hardiness Zones
3-8
Mature Height
14-16 inches
Planting Depth
5-6 inches
Spacing
4-6 inches apart
Quantity per Order
10 bulbs
Light Requirement
Full sun to light shade
Features
- Soft apricot peach flowers add warm color.
- Long-lasting blooms for extended enjoyment.
- Versatile for beds, borders, and containers.
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements.
- Perennial growth for year after year beauty.
- Requires specific chill period in warmer climates.
- High-quality bulbs for successful sprouting.
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Apricot Beauty Tulip for its exceptional quality and stunning color presentation. Reviewers frequently highlight the reliability of the bulbs, noting high success rates and robust growth year after year. The unique apricot hue is consistently described as beautiful and true to the pictures, providing a sophisticated pop of color that elevates garden design. Consumers feel this product offers excellent visual value, making it a highly recommended choice for spring planting.
Know before you buy
These bulbs should be planted in the fall, specifically around early to mid-October. This timing allows the bulbs to establish roots before the ground freezes, ensuring a successful bloom in the spring.
Yes, Apricot Beauty Tulips are well-suited for containers. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage holes and is deep enough to accommodate the recommended 5-inch planting depth.
For the best results, plant them in a location that receives full sun to light shade. While they can tolerate partial sun, full sun exposure typically produces the strongest stems and most vibrant blooms.
Yes, they are perennial in USDA Zones 3-8. With proper care and well-drained soil, you can expect them to return and bloom year after year.
Plant each bulb at a depth of 5 to 6 inches. Space them 4 to 6 inches apart to provide enough room for the bulbs to grow and for proper air circulation.
Absolutely. Their sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make them an excellent choice for indoor floral arrangements.
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