{"product_id":"tulipa-kolpakowskiana-kolpakowskys-tulip-bulbs","title":"Tulipa kolpakowskiana (Kolpakowsky's Tulip) Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa kolpakowskiana\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Kolpakowsky's Tulip, is a charming dwarf species tulip producing bright yellow flowers beautifully shaded and streaked with carmine red. Compact and colourful, it is an excellent choice for rockeries, gravel gardens, containers and the front of sunny borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing to around 10-20cm tall, this small tulip provides plenty of colour without taking up much space. The pointed flowers appear during April, opening more widely in bright sunshine to reveal their rich yellow interiors. The contrasting reddish colouring on the outside of the petals gives the flowers an attractive two-tone appearance, particularly while they are still partially closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eTulipa kolpakowskiana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolpakowsky's Tulip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright yellow, shaded and streaked carmine red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10- 20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e species tulip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e rockeries, gravel gardens, containers and naturalistic planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eTulipa kolpakowskiana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa kolpakowskiana\u003c\/em\u003e is a true botanical or species tulip rather than one of the large-flowered garden hybrids. It originates from Central Asia, where wild tulips grow in open, often rocky habitats with excellent drainage and plenty of sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts naturally compact habit makes it particularly useful in smaller gardens. The flowers are held above low-growing foliage on slender stems, creating a delicate appearance quite different from taller bedding tulips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBright Yellow and Carmine Flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers are the main attraction. Their interiors are a clear, bright yellow, while the outer surfaces can be strongly flushed, shaded or streaked with carmine red. The amount and intensity of this reddish colouring can vary, giving individual flowers plenty of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn dull or cool conditions, the flowers remain more tightly closed, showing off the darker outer colouring. When sunshine reaches them, they open to reveal considerably more of their brilliant yellow interior. Planting several bulbs together creates an especially attractive display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Kolpakowsky's Tulip in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a warm position receiving plenty of direct sunshine. As with many species tulips, drainage is particularly important. The bulbs dislike sitting in cold, wet soil, especially during their dormant period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the bulbs during autumn in well-drained soil with their pointed ends facing upwards. On heavier soils, incorporating horticultural grit into the planting area can help improve drainage. Raised beds and sloping areas are also useful where winter wet is a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reasonably sheltered position will help protect the short flowers from extreme winter and early spring weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Rockeries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact 10-20cm height makes \u003cem\u003eTulipa kolpakowskiana\u003c\/em\u003e particularly well suited to rock gardens. Plant the bulbs between rocks or amongst other low-growing alpine plants where the flowers won't be hidden by taller vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also works well towards the front of sunny borders and in gravel gardens. For a natural appearance, plant bulbs in small irregular groups rather than evenly spaced rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing in Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKolpakowsky's Tulip is an excellent choice for pots, alpine troughs and other containers. Its small size means the details of the flowers can be appreciated more easily when pots are positioned near a patio, doorway or garden path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a free-draining compost and a container with adequate drainage holes. Position the pot in full sun and avoid allowing it to remain permanently waterlogged during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNaturalising Species Tulips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the attractions of species tulips is their suitability for more permanent planting. Given the right conditions, \u003cem\u003eTulipa kolpakowskiana\u003c\/em\u003e can be left undisturbed after flowering rather than being lifted and replanted each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering. Although the leaves may become untidy as they fade, they are still feeding the bulbs and helping them store energy for the following spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Plant with \u003cem\u003eTulipa kolpakowskiana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bright yellow and carmine flowers combine beautifully with other small spring-flowering bulbs. Try growing them alongside dwarf narcissi, crocuses, Muscari and contrasting species tulips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are also effective amongst low-growing alpine and rockery plants, where their vivid April flowers provide an injection of colour before many later perennials begin blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eTulipa kolpakowskiana\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive bright yellow and carmine-red flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact height of only 10- 20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers during April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for rockeries and gravel gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for pots and alpine troughs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for naturalistic planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be left to establish in suitable well-drained conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA beautiful alternative to traditional hybrid tulips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColourful, compact and full of character, \u003cem\u003eTulipa kolpakowskiana\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent species tulip for gardeners who enjoy unusual spring bulbs. Its combination of brilliant yellow and carmine-red colouring makes a striking April display, while its naturally dwarf habit makes it particularly valuable for rockeries, containers and smaller planting spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":62373077516675,"sku":"JA-T5547x10","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":62373077549443,"sku":"JA-T5547x100","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Bulbs","offer_id":62373077582211,"sku":"JA-T5547x1000","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/T5547_Tulip_kolpakowskiana.webp?v=1787837518","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/tulipa-kolpakowskiana-kolpakowskys-tulip-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}