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Tulip Bulbs,
Copper Image (10 bulbs)

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Description

Ships from late September through November.

These dense, fully double blooms have the uncanny form of a peony, in shades of rose gold to rust with a tinge of maroon. The color and form are so incredibly unique, a head turner in the garden and arrangements. These simply stunning heads of this mid- to late-spring bloomer are set atop stems of 12-16 inches.

 

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Plant Details

Botanical Name
Tulipa gesneriana
Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Requirement
6–8 hr.
Days to Maturity
150–180
Planting Depth
6–8 in.
Plant Spacing
4–6 in.
Frost Hardy
Yes

When to Grow

Set Copper Image bulbs out in fall, ideally in November, when cooler temperatures help protect against fungal pathogens and hungry squirrels. Plant them 6 to 8 inches deep and 4 to 6 inches apart in rich, well-drained soil, in clusters of 10 or more for the fullest effect. Expect the rose-gold blooms in mid- to late spring on 12- to 16-inch stems.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Plant tulips late in the season, ideally November, when the cooler fall temps can help to protect against fungal pathogens and hungry squirrels.
  • Plant tulips 6 to 8 inches deep and 4 to 6 inches apart. Most varieties just produce a single stem per bloom, so they are best planted in clusters of 10 or more.
  • Tulips can range in height widely, from diminutive dwarf varieties to towering types reaching 20-30 inches tall. It is essential to keep in mind the height of the variety that you are planting, as this will determine where to place them in the design.

How to Grow

  • Tulips prefer sandy soil, and full sun to light shade (with afternoon sun).
  • Avoid planting them in areas with standing water or soggy soil, as they need well-drained, rich soil to thrive.
  • Tulips have a wide range of bloom times. With careful attention to timing, you can enjoy an array of tulips blooming in your garden from early to late spring.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • Provide well-drained soil, as the bulbs do not like prolonged wet feet over the winter, and constantly wet conditions leave them susceptible to rot and fungal disease.

How to Save Seeds

  • While there are some varieties that are longer-lived perennials, most gardeners will find that their tulips need to be replanted each year.

FAQ

What makes Copper Image look so different from a standard tulip?

Its dense, fully double blooms have the uncanny form of a peony, in shades of rose gold to rust with a tinge of maroon. The color and form make it a head turner in the garden and in arrangements.

When does it flower?

Copper Image is a mid- to late-spring bloomer. Tulips as a group have a wide range of bloom times, from early to late spring.

How should I plant the bulbs?

Plant 6 to 8 inches deep and 4 to 6 inches apart in sandy, well-drained soil with full sun to light shade. At 12 to 16 inches tall, keep its height in mind when deciding where it sits in your design.

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