{"product_id":"tulipa-le-lavandou-bulbs","title":"Tulipa 'Le Lavandou' Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Le Lavandou' is an unusual Double Late Tulip with large, peony-like flowers in rich mango-orange, beautifully contrasted by pale green outer petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering in May and reaching around 35cm tall, 'Le Lavandou' combines warm colour with an intriguing green-flushed exterior. Its densely packed petals create substantial, rounded blooms that look superb in borders, containers and cut flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e around 35cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e mango-orange with pale green outer petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower type:\u003c\/strong\u003e double, peony-flowered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Late 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 fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Le Lavandou'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Le Lavandou' is a distinctive Double Late Tulip grown for its large, densely petalled flowers and unusual combination of warm orange and fresh green. The blooms open in shades of mango and apricot-orange, while the outermost petals are prominently washed with pale green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis contrasting layer of green is particularly noticeable while the flowers are developing. As each bud opens, more of the warm orange interior is revealed, producing a flower that changes considerably during its development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully open blooms are substantial and richly layered, resembling small paeonies rather than conventional single tulips. Their numerous overlapping petals give them a full, rounded appearance and make 'Le Lavandou' an excellent variety for adding texture as well as colour to late-spring displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDouble Late Paeony-Flowered Tulip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble Late Tulips are sometimes known as paeony-flowered tulips because of their large, multi-petalled blooms. They flower towards the end of the main tulip season and generally produce larger, fuller flowers than their Double Early counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Le Lavandou' is particularly interesting within this group because of its green outer petals. These provide a striking transition between the green stems and foliage below and the mango-orange centre of each flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering during May, it is a useful choice for extending a tulip display into late spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike most highly double tulips, 'Le Lavandou' is primarily grown for ornamental value. Its densely packed petals make the centre of the flower less accessible to pollinating insects than a simple, single-flowered tulip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a more wildlife-friendly spring garden, combine it with open-flowered bulbs and perennials that provide easier access to pollen and nectar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Tulipa 'Le Lavandou'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatio pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal bedding schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut flower gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed late-spring bulb displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt around 35cm tall, 'Le Lavandou' is compact enough for containers while still having sufficient presence for planting through borders. Grow several bulbs together to create a generous block of warm mango-orange colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unusual colouring is easy to combine with other spring plants. Try pairing it with deep purple or burgundy tulips for dramatic contrast, or use cream, apricot and soft pink varieties for a gentler display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs during autumn, ideally from October to November.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny position with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant approximately 10–15cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace bulbs around 10cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in groups for the most impressive display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid soil that remains waterlogged during winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble Late Tulips have particularly large flowers, which can become heavy following prolonged rain. A reasonably sheltered position will help keep the blooms looking their best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce flowering has finished, remove the spent blooms but leave the foliage in place until it has naturally turned yellow. This gives the bulbs time to store energy for future growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExcellent for Cut Flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large, peony-like blooms of \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Le Lavandou' make excellent cut flowers. Its combination of mango-orange and green is especially useful for creating arrangements with a fresh, natural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut stems when the buds are well coloured but not yet completely open. The flowers will continue to develop indoors, gradually revealing their densely layered centres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Le Lavandou'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich mango-orange flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnusual pale green outer petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, fully double blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful peony-like flower shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers during May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact height of around 35cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for pots, borders and cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds colour late in the tulip season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Le Lavandou' is a superb choice if you are looking for something a little different from the traditional tulip. Its combination of pale green outer petals and densely packed mango-orange blooms gives it a distinctive appearance, while its spectacular peony-like flowers bring plenty of colour and texture to the May garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":62373078827395,"sku":"JA-T5650x10","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":62373078860163,"sku":"JA-T5650x100","price":129.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Bulbs","offer_id":62373078892931,"sku":"JA-T5650x1000","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/T5650_Tulip_Le_Lavandou.webp?v=1787664579","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/tulipa-le-lavandou-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}