Tulip - Apricot Parrot
Best choice for gardeners seeking vibrant, ruffled spring floral displays.
Transform your spring garden with the Apricot Parrot Tulip. These sensational bulbs produce large, ruffled blooms in a stunning mix of apricot, yellow, pink, and cream, often with magenta twists and dramatic green flames. They offer a light, delicate fragrance and are ideal for beds, borders, containers, or as beautiful cut flowers. Easy to grow and hardy in Zones 3-8, these mid-spring flowering tulips promise a vibrant and extravagant display.
$9.99
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Price vs Category Average
-58%
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Includes
10
/ Tulip Bulbs
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, exotic focal points for their landscape
- Designers wanting sophisticated, warm color palettes for garden beds
- Floral arrangers needing long-lasting, show-stopping blooms for indoor displays
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in windy or exposed areas wanting low-maintenance plants
- Budget-conscious planters looking for reliable, multi-year perennial returns
- Homeowners living in areas with high deer or rodent populations
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Ruffled petals and dramatic color shifts create a show-stopping garden centerpiece.
Ease of Cultivation
Reliable growth patterns make these a forgiving choice for novice gardeners.
Floral Versatility
Sturdy stems and unique textures perform exceptionally well in cut arrangements.
Climate Adaptability
Broad hardiness range ensures success across most temperate growing zones.
Fragrance Intensity
Subtle scent profile provides a delicate touch without overwhelming the senses.
Bloom Longevity
Mid-spring flowering window offers a vibrant but fleeting seasonal display.
Key Specs
Includes
10 Tulip Bulbs
Planting Depth
6-7 inches
Planting Proximity
4-5 inches apart
Bloom Season
Mid to Late Spring
Hardiness Zones
3-8
Height
18-22 inches
Spread
4-6 inches
Water Needs
Moderate with growth
Features
- Big, billowy blooms with frilly edges
- Warm hues of apricot, yellow, and magenta
- Light, delicate fragrance
- Dramatic green flames on petals
- Extravagant mid-spring flowering
- Easy to grow successfully
- Wonderful as cut flowers
What customers say
The Tulip Apricot Parrot is celebrated for its spectacular and unique aesthetic. Reviewers consistently highlight the complex color palette, blending apricot, peach, and salmon tones, which creates a dramatic, painterly effect. The defining feature, deeply fringed and ruffled petals, transforms garden beds into vibrant, textural displays that often exceed expectations. Customers find the resulting robust and long-lasting blooms justify the investment in these specialty bulbs. When successful, the Apricot Parrot generates immense excitement and strong recommendations. The consensus is that this variety delivers exceptional visual value, offering a high-end gardening experience for those seeking truly unique and impactful spring color.
Know before you buy
These bulbs should be planted in the fall before the ground freezes. This allows them to establish a strong root system during the winter so they are ready to bloom in mid-to-late spring.
Plant each bulb 6 to 7 inches deep. Space them 4 to 5 inches apart to ensure they have enough room to develop their large, ruffled blooms.
Apricot Parrot tulips are hardy in USDA Zones 3 through 8. If you live within these zones, they are well-suited to your climate.
Yes, these tulips make excellent cut flowers. Their unique, ruffled petals and delicate fragrance add a sophisticated touch to indoor bouquets.
They perform best in full sun to partial shade. While they appreciate plenty of sunlight, they can tolerate partial shade, especially in warmer climates where afternoon sun might be too intense.
Once growth begins in the spring, provide moderate watering. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist but well-drained, as bulbs can rot if left in standing water.
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