Tulips Toxic

Tulipa 'Purple Prince'

A single early tulip producing rich purple goblet flowers from late March. One of the earliest large-flowered tulips. The flowers open wide in sunshine showing a paler interior. Sturdy short stems resist spring winds. Excellent for containers and formal spring bedding. Reliable in most UK gardens.

Where to plant

Best aspect

South-facingEast-facingWest-facing

Border position

Front of borderMiddle of border

When to plant and expect flowers

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Plant

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How to grow tulipa 'purple prince'

Plant 15-20cm deep in November. One of the earliest large-flowered tulips. Short sturdy stems make it wind-resistant. Good for containers and formal bedding. Opens wide in warm sunshine. Plant with late daffodils and muscari.

Soil requirements

Soil type

loam, sand, chalk

Moisture

well drained

neutral, alkaline

Aftercare

Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering. Remove spent flower heads to prevent self-seeding.

Propagation

Offsets in autumn
Seed

Wildlife value

🐝 Attracts bees

Toxicity

All parts toxic, especially bulbs. Contains tulipalin A and B causing skin irritation and gastrointestinal upset.

🐱 Toxic to cats

🐶 Toxic to dogs

🐴 Toxic to horses

👤 Toxic to humans

Common problems

Tulip fire (Botrytis tulipae)
Squirrels digging up bulbs
Slugs on young shoots
Bulb rot in waterlogged soil

Similar bulbs to grow

Daffodils

Narcissus 'Ice Follies'

Hyacinths

Hyacinthus 'Pink Pearl'

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Pink Pearl'

Grape Hyacinths

Muscari armeniacum

Crocuses

Crocus vernus

Alliums

Allium karataviense

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