{"product_id":"tulipa-purple-circus-bulbs","title":"Tulipa 'Purple Circus' Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Purple Circus' is an eye-catching fringed tulip with extraordinary two-tone flowers. The petals combine rich purple-pink colouring with contrasting white markings, while their edges are covered in fine, feathery fringes. Reaching around 30–40cm tall, this unusual tulip is perfect for adding colour and texture to spring borders, containers and cut flower displays.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe intricate flowers are the real attraction. Each petal is boldly marked, with the balance of white and purple-pink varying from flower to flower. The finely cut edges resemble tiny ice crystals, giving the blooms a wonderfully decorative appearance when viewed up close.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e purple-pink and white\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 30–40cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fringed tulip\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\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e autumn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e borders, containers and cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Purple Circus'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Purple Circus' certainly isn't a subtle tulip. Its combination of contrasting colours and extravagant fringed petals makes it an excellent choice when you want individual flowers to attract attention. The blooms are predominantly rich pinkish-purple, broken by irregular areas of creamy white that create a different pattern across each flower.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe heavily fringed edges make the colouring even more interesting. Fine projections extend from the margins of the petals, producing an almost frosted appearance. As the flowers mature and open more fully, these fringes become increasingly prominent.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGrowing \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Purple Circus' in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant 'Purple Circus' bulbs during autumn in a sunny position with free-draining soil. Tulips dislike sitting in permanently wet ground, particularly during winter, so improve heavy soils with organic matter and grit where necessary or grow the bulbs in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant the bulbs approximately 10–12cm deep with the pointed end facing upwards. Groups of at least five to seven bulbs will produce a much stronger display than isolated plants, while larger drifts can create an impressive patch of colour and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnce planted, water thoroughly to settle the soil around the bulbs. Plants growing in the ground generally require little additional attention during winter, although pots should be checked occasionally and watered if the compost becomes particularly dry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGrowing in Pots and Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt around 30–40cm tall, 'Purple Circus' is particularly well suited to container growing. Its relatively compact stems allow the elaborate flowers to take centre stage, and growing it in pots makes it easy to position the blooms somewhere their intricate markings can be appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoose a container with good drainage holes and use a quality, free-draining compost. Bulbs can be planted more closely in pots than they would normally be planted in the garden, although they should not touch one another. A generous group planted in a single container will produce a colourful spring display.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAn Unusual Cut Flower\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe combination of bold colouring and feathery petals makes 'Purple Circus' an excellent tulip for cutting. The intricate flowers work particularly well in smaller arrangements where their unusual details can be seen clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor the longest vase life, cut the stems once the buds are well developed and showing their mature colour but before they have opened completely. Place them straight into fresh water and keep the arrangement away from strong heat and direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Combinations\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Purple Circus' works beautifully with plain white tulips, which pick up its contrasting white markings while allowing the purple-pink colouring to dominate. Deep purple and burgundy varieties can be used for a richer display, while pale pink tulips create a softer combination.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt also pairs well with other fringed tulips. Mixing several varieties together creates a display filled with unusual textures without relying on too many different flower shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs during autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny, preferably sheltered position.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant approximately 10–12cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse fertile soil with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant in groups for the strongest visual effect.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater well immediately after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse containers where garden drainage is poor.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAllow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter the flowers have faded, they can be removed to tidy the display. Leave the foliage in place until it has naturally yellowed and died back, allowing the leaves to continue feeding the bulb after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Purple Circus'?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnusual purple-pink and white flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeavily fringed, feathery petal edges\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEach flower has slightly different markings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact 30–40cm growth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent for pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds texture to spring borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDistinctive and attractive cut flower\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eColourful, extravagant and packed with intricate detail, \u003cem\u003eTulipa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Purple Circus' is an excellent choice for something a little different from the traditional tulip. Its contrasting white and purple-pink colouring is impressive from a distance, while the extraordinary fringed petals provide plenty of detail to enjoy up close.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":62373082759555,"sku":"JA-T6352x10","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":62373082792323,"sku":"JA-T6352x100","price":83.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Bulbs","offer_id":62373082825091,"sku":"JA-T6352x1000","price":799.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/T6352_Tulip_Purple_Circus.webp?v=1787817759","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/tulipa-purple-circus-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}