Description
Package Count: 12 bulbs per pack
The ‘Licorice Twist’ flower bulb blend is a dramatic and sophisticated Colourful Companions Double Late tulip mix curated to extend the beauty of the spring season. This stunning combination brings together two exceptional peony-style varieties—the soft, creamy-pink ‘Finola’ and the deep, velvety near-black ‘Black Hero’. The striking contrast of soft pastels and moody, dark tones creates a captivating star attraction in garden borders, mass landscapes, or patio containers. Held upright on robust stems that withstand spring winds, these densely layered blooms also make unforgettable fresh-cut floral arrangements.
Plant Characteristics
- Color: A high-contrast blend of soft cream-pink and rich, velvety near-black.
- Bloom Type: Fully double, heavily layered peony-style Double Late tulip structures blooming together seamlessly.
- Height: Graceful and tall, reaching up to 24 inches (60 cm).
- Fragrance: None to lightly fragrant.
- Bloom Time: Late spring (flowering beautifully when earlier varieties have faded).
- Hardiness: Zones 3 through 10.
Growing & Planting Guide
- Timing: Plant bulbs in the fall (September to December) once the soil cools but before the ground freezes solid.
- Depth: Plant 6 inches (15 cm) deep with the pointed apex facing upward.
- Spacing: Space bulbs 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) apart; group en masse in clusters of 9 or more for the ultimate visual impact.
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade (at least 6 hours of daily sunlight keeps stems perfectly upright).
- Soil: Loose, fertile, and exceptionally well-draining soil to prevent winter bulb moisture rot.
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