Tulipa 'Wicked in Pink' is a spectacular late-flowering tulip producing large, densely packed blooms in rich shades of pink. Layer upon layer of petals gives each flower a full, almost peony-like appearance, while subtle touches of fresh green around the base add an unusual contrast to the intense pink colouring.

Growing to around 50cm tall and flowering during May, 'Wicked in Pink' makes an impressive addition to late-spring borders and containers. The substantial flowers also make excellent cut flowers, bringing their remarkable shape and vibrant colour indoors.

• Flower colour: rich pink with touches of green
• Height: approximately 50cm
• Flowering time: May
• Flower type: large, full double blooms
• Position: full sun
• Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
• Planting time: autumn
• Suitable for: borders, containers and cut flowers

About Tulipa 'Wicked in Pink'

'Wicked in Pink' is all about the flowers. Its blooms contain numerous overlapping petals, creating a rounded, densely layered flower that becomes increasingly impressive as it opens. Rich pink dominates the display, with individual petals showing subtle variations in tone and occasional paler highlights.

The green colouring towards the outside and base of the flowers provides another layer of interest, particularly while the buds are developing. As they open, the green gradually gives way to the mass of pink petals within.

A Spectacular Late-Spring Tulip

Flowering in May, 'Wicked in Pink' is ideal for extending a tulip display into late spring. It combines particularly well with white, purple and deep burgundy tulips, although its strongly coloured flowers are equally effective planted alone in generous groups.

For the best garden display, plant bulbs in clusters rather than individually. Groups of five, seven or more create blocks of colour, while larger drifts can produce an impressive show in established borders.

Growing Tulipa 'Wicked in Pink' in the UK

Plant the bulbs during autumn, ideally between September and November. Choose a sunny position with fertile, free-draining soil. Good drainage is important, particularly through winter, as tulip bulbs dislike sitting in persistently wet ground.

Plant bulbs approximately 10–15cm deep with their pointed ends facing upwards and space them around 10cm apart. In containers they can be planted a little closer together to create a fuller display.

Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil around the bulbs. Tulips planted in open ground usually receive sufficient moisture naturally through autumn and winter, while pots should be checked occasionally to ensure the compost does not completely dry out.

Perfect for Pots and Containers

'Wicked in Pink' is an excellent choice for a large patio container, where its extravagant flowers can be enjoyed at close range. Planting several bulbs together creates a concentrated display of pink during May.

Use a good-quality, free-draining compost and make sure the container has adequate drainage holes. Because the flowers are large and substantial, positioning pots somewhere reasonably sheltered can help protect the blooms from strong winds and heavy spring rain.

Excellent for Cut Flowers

The unusual shape of 'Wicked in Pink' makes it especially attractive as a cut flower. The many layers of petals give arrangements plenty of texture and volume, while its strong pink colouring provides an immediate focal point.

For cutting, harvest stems once the buds are showing plenty of colour but before the flowers have completely opened. The blooms will continue opening in the vase, gradually revealing their densely packed centres.

After Flowering

Once flowering has finished, remove the faded flower heads but leave the foliage in place. Allow the leaves to yellow and die back naturally, as they continue photosynthesising and returning energy to the bulb.

Bulbs growing in suitable, well-drained conditions can be left in the ground, although flowering performance can vary in subsequent seasons. For the strongest and most reliable display, fresh bulbs can be planted each autumn.

Why Grow Tulipa 'Wicked in Pink'?

• Large, densely packed double flowers
• Rich and vibrant pink colouring
• Attractive touches of green around the base
• Peony-like flower shape
• Flowers during May
• Grows to approximately 50cm tall
• Excellent for borders and containers
• Makes an impressive cut flower
• Ideal for extending tulip displays into late spring

Bold, colourful and packed with petals, Tulipa 'Wicked in Pink' is a superb choice for creating an eye-catching late-spring display. Its combination of rich pink colouring, green highlights and wonderfully full flowers gives it plenty of character, whether planted through a border, grouped in a patio pot or enjoyed indoors as a cut flower.