{"product_id":"tulipa-blushing-lady-bulbs","title":"Tulipa 'Blushing Lady' Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blushing Lady' is a beautiful tall tulip with elegant flowers blending warm yellow with rich rose-pink, creating a colourful two-tone effect.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlowering in May and reaching around 70cm tall, its long stems make it particularly effective towards the middle or back of spring borders. 'Blushing Lady' is also an excellent cut flower, bringing its unusual blend of colours indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 70cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e yellow and rose-pink\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e May\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/strong\u003e borders, bedding and cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blushing Lady'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blushing Lady' is a striking late-flowering variety, combining impressive height with an unusual mixture of warm colours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe flowers open with yellow tones through the petals, overlaid with broad areas of rose-pink. Rather than having sharply defined stripes or edges, the colours blend into one another, creating a softer, almost hand-painted appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe rose colouring is particularly strong towards the lower and central areas of the petals, while the upper edges retain more of their warm yellow tones. The precise balance of colour can change as the flowers mature, adding extra interest throughout their display.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blooms have an elegant, elongated shape and are carried high above the foliage on strong stems. At approximately 70cm tall, 'Blushing Lady' is one of the taller tulips and provides useful vertical interest amongst shorter spring bulbs and perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlowering in May, it also helps extend the tulip display towards the end of spring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe single flowers of \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blushing Lady' are more accessible to visiting insects than densely double-flowered tulips.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers may be visited by spring pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds floral diversity to late-spring planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCombines well with other pollinator-friendly spring bulbs and perennials\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor a more wildlife-friendly display, combine tulips with alliums, muscari and other open flowers that provide additional sources of pollen and nectar.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Tulipa 'Blushing Lady'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGarden beds and borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge spring bedding displays\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed tulip planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge patio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCut flower gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIts blend of yellow and rose-pink works particularly well with softer pink, apricot and cream flowers. For a bolder contrast, combine it with deep purple or burgundy tulips.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs in autumn, ideally during October and November.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny position with free-draining soil.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant approximately 10–15cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace bulbs around 10cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant in groups for the strongest visual impact.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a reasonably sheltered position to protect the tall stems from strong winds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eLike most tulips, 'Blushing Lady' dislikes prolonged waterlogging, particularly while the bulbs are dormant. Good drainage is therefore especially important.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter flowering, remove faded blooms but allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally before removing it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eExcellent for Cut Flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe long stems of 'Blushing Lady' make this variety particularly good for cutting. Its combination of rose-pink and yellow provides plenty of colour in spring bouquets, while the tall stems work well in larger arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCut the flowers once the buds are well coloured but before they have fully opened. They will continue opening once placed in water.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blushing Lady'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBeautiful blend of rose-pink and yellow\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eElegant, elongated flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImpressive height of around 70cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers during May\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent for adding height to spring borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuperb cut flower\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a tall tulip with something more unusual than a single block of colour, \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blushing Lady' is an excellent choice. Its warm blend of rose-pink and yellow, elegant flowers and long stems create a beautiful late-spring display both in the garden and in a vase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":62373072175491,"sku":"JA-T4266x10","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":62373072208259,"sku":"JA-T4266x100","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Bulbs","offer_id":62373072241027,"sku":"JA-T4266x1000","price":539.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/BlushingLady_6415_1_sq.webp?v=1787650512","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/tulipa-blushing-lady-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}