{"product_id":"tulipa-mandys-choice-bulbs","title":"Tulipa 'Mandy's Choice' Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mandy's Choice' is an elegant spring tulip with sleek pink flowers beautifully finished with contrasting white edges. Growing to around 35cm tall, it is a neat, versatile variety for borders, containers and spring displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering during April, the clean combination of fresh pink and white makes 'Mandy's Choice' particularly easy to incorporate into mixed planting. Plant the bulbs generously in groups for a striking sweep of colour, or combine them with white, purple and other pink-flowered spring bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e pink with white-edged petals\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 approximately 35cm\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e borders, containers and cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mandy's Choice'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers are the main attraction of 'Mandy's Choice'. Each bloom has a classic tulip shape with smooth, gently curved petals in a clear, cheerful pink. A pale white margin runs around the petals, giving the flowers a crisp two-tone appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the blooms mature and begin to open, the contrast between pink and white becomes increasingly noticeable. In bright spring sunshine, the flowers open more widely, while during cooler or duller conditions they retain their neat cup-like shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt around 35cm tall, 'Mandy's Choice' is compact enough for pots while still having enough presence for planting through borders. Its relatively modest height also makes it useful towards the front or middle of a spring display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mandy's Choice' in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Mandy's Choice' is straightforward to grow in most UK gardens. Choose a sunny position with well-drained soil and plant the bulbs during autumn. Tulips particularly dislike sitting in wet ground during winter, so heavier soils benefit from the addition of grit or organic matter to improve drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the strongest visual effect, plant several bulbs together rather than scattering individual plants throughout a border. Groups of five, seven or more allow the pink and white colouring to create a much stronger display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Pots and Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 35cm height makes 'Mandy's Choice' an excellent container tulip. Plant several bulbs together in a generous pot for a concentrated display of pink and white flowers during April.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be incorporated into layered bulb containers. Plant the tulips deeper in the pot with smaller bulbs such as crocuses or muscari above them to extend the flowering season and create several waves of spring colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Combinations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simple pink and white colouring gives 'Mandy's Choice' plenty of possibilities when planning a spring border. For a soft pastel display, combine it with white narcissi and pale pink or lilac tulips. For greater contrast, pair the flowers with deep purple, burgundy or near-black tulips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForget-me-nots and grape hyacinths also make attractive lower-growing companions, providing a blue backdrop beneath the taller tulip flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle tulips have a relatively open flower structure, allowing visiting insects easier access to the centre of the bloom than densely double varieties. They can therefore form part of a varied spring planting designed with pollinators in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor greater wildlife value, combine tulips with spring-flowering plants that are particularly rich in pollen and nectar, including crocuses, muscari, alliums and native spring flowers. A mixture of plants flowering at different times provides insects with a longer and more dependable season of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExcellent as a Cut Flower\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Mandy's Choice' can also be grown for cutting. Its clean pink-and-white colouring works beautifully in simple spring arrangements and mixes easily with both pastel and stronger colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the stems when the buds are well developed and showing plenty of colour but before the flowers have fully opened. Place them promptly into fresh water and keep the vase away from strong heat and direct sunlight for the longest display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs during autumn, ideally from October onwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny position with free-draining soil.\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 a stronger display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainers must have adequate drainage holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce flowering has finished, remove faded blooms if desired but leave the green foliage intact. The leaves continue to photosynthesise and replenish the bulb before naturally turning yellow and dying back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mandy's Choice'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful two-tone pink and white flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers during April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact height of approximately 35cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for spring borders and bedding displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful as a cut flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to combine with other spring-flowering bulbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its sleek pink petals, fresh white edging and useful compact habit, \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mandy's Choice' is an attractive choice for bringing bright spring colour to the garden. Plant it generously in borders or containers and its distinctive two-tone flowers will provide an eye-catching display throughout April.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":62373080367491,"sku":"JA-T5818x10","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":62373080400259,"sku":"JA-T5818x100","price":63.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Bulbs","offer_id":62373080433027,"sku":"JA-T5818x1000","price":599.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/T5818_Tulip_MandysChoice-set_9156_2.webp?v=1787668710","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/tulipa-mandys-choice-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}