Tulip 'Purple Heart' (Tulipa) – Late Spring Flowering Purple Tulip (Bag of 15 Bulbs)

Tulip 'Purple Heart' (Tulipa) brings deep, velvety purple-violet colour to the spring garden, with large goblet-shaped flowers on strong, upright stems. You receive 15 dry bulbs in a bag, ready to plant. They are not growing plants.

The photos show the flowers in bloom.

A single late tulip (Group 5), Purple Heart looks rich beside whites, pinks and pale yellows, which makes it a favourite for mixed spring schemes. The sturdy stems also make it a good tulip for cutting.

Plant the bulbs in autumn, pointed end up, about 10-15cm deep and 10-15cm apart, in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Tulips dislike waterlogged ground. They are fully hardy in the UK and also grow well in pots and patio containers: use a peat-free compost with added grit for drainage.

Once the flowers have finished, let the foliage die back naturally so it feeds the bulb. Tulip bulbs often dwindle after the first year or two in British gardens, so plant fresh bulbs each autumn if you want the best display.

Bulbs are harmful if eaten. Keep away from children and pets.

Cultural Information

• Botanical Name: Tulipa spp.
• Common Name: Tulip 'Purple Heart'
• Fully Grown Height and Spread: Approx. 45-55cm tall
• Growth Habit: Upright, with strong sturdy stems and large goblet-shaped flowers
• Perfect For: Borders, beds, containers, patio pots and cut flower arrangements
• Flowering Time: Spring, typically mid to late spring (April to May)
• Flower Colour: Deep purple-violet
• Planting Time: September to November, ideally November
• Planting Depth: Approximately 10-15cm deep
• Planting Position: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Hardiness: Fully hardy
• Seasonal Interest: Spring