Tulip - Belicia
Best choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, color-changing spring blooms.
Introducing the Tulip - Belicia, a late-spring blooming marvel celebrated for its spectacular, multi-layered flowers. These unique blooms showcase a captivating color transformation, starting with soft yellow and hot pink edges that mature into elegant white with striking red accents. Exceptionally easy to cultivate, this hardy variety thrives in full sun, making it a perfect choice for adding vibrant, show-stopping color to garden beds, borders, containers, or as beautiful cut flowers. Enjoy reliable, dramatic beauty in your landscape.
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1570
/ 3183
#1570 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-62%
Below average
Planting Depth
67
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique, textured blooms for visual interest
- Landscape planners wanting to extend the spring floral season
- Floral designers needing sturdy stems for long-lasting arrangements
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in areas with high squirrel or vole populations
- Low-maintenance gardeners preferring permanent, recurring perennial plantings
- Residents of warm climates lacking sufficient winter chill
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Multi-layered petals create a dramatic, peony-like display in the garden.
Ease of Cultivation
Hardy nature makes these bulbs a reliable choice for novice gardeners.
Color Versatility
Dynamic color shifts provide evolving visual interest throughout the spring season.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and ruffled blooms perform beautifully in indoor floral arrangements.
Container Adaptability
Compact mature height makes them ideal for patio pots and planters.
Climate Resilience
Broad hardiness range ensures success across most temperate growing zones.
Key Specs
Planting Depth
6-7 inches
Spacing
4-5 inches apart
Mature Height
16-22 inches
Planting Season
Fall
Bloom Season
Late Spring
Hardiness Zones
3-8
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun
Includes
10 Tulip Bulbs
Features
- Peony-like flowers with ruffled petals
- Color transforms from yellow/pink to white/red
- Blooms reliably in late spring
- Exceptionally easy to grow
- Lovely for use as cut flowers
- Hardy and tough garden variety
- Container friendly
- Attracts pollinators
What customers say
Customer sentiment centers on the spectacular aesthetic and high reliability of the Tulip Belicia. Gardeners consistently praise the striking creamy yellow blooms dramatically edged in vibrant red, often finding the actual flowers surpass catalog images. Feedback highlights excellent germination success and the production of robust, sturdy stems that withstand spring weather. The quality of the bulbs received is frequently noted as healthy and appropriately sized, contributing to overall satisfaction. While a small number of reviews mention occasional color variation, the vast majority find the ease of growth combined with the significant visual impact makes this tulip an excellent, highly recommended investment for spring gardens.
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 months before blooming in late spring.
For optimal growth, plant the bulbs 6 to 7 inches deep. Space them 4 to 5 inches apart to ensure they have enough room to develop their signature peony-like blooms.
Yes, Belicia tulips are very container-friendly. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage and is deep enough to accommodate the 6-7 inch planting depth.
Yes, the Belicia variety is known for its color transformation. The blooms start with soft yellow and hot pink edges, eventually maturing into a sophisticated white with striking red accents.
Absolutely. Their sturdy stems and ruffled, peony-like petals make them an excellent choice for fresh-cut floral arrangements.
These tulips thrive in full sun. For the best results, choose a location in your garden that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
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