Tulip Single Early Mixed Bulbs: Vibrant Spring Colour for Borders, Pots and Cut Flowers
Bring a burst of classic spring colour to your garden with Tulip Single Early Mixed bulbs. These beautiful tulips produce large, cup or goblet shaped flowers on sturdy stems, creating a rich and varied display in April and May. The blooms contrast beautifully with the greyish green foliage, and every bulb in this mix is selected to give you an elegant, long-lasting show.
A well-established and very popular variety, Tulip Single Early Mixed is a reliable choice for gardeners of all experience levels. The mixed colours make it easy to build a lively, cottage-garden look without needing to plan a complicated scheme.
Why Choose Tulip Single Early Mixed?
- Large, cup or goblet shaped flowers on strong, sturdy stems
- Mixed colours for a vibrant, eye-catching display
- Flowers in April and May, bringing colour just as the garden wakes up
- Approx. 50cm tall, ideal for borders and for cutting
- Top quality bulbs, size 10-11, all visually inspected before packing
- Sourced from cultivated stocks
- Price includes UK delivery
Where to Plant Single Early Tulips
Single early tulips make an eye-catching display when planted in borders and beds, and they look even better in a cottage garden setting. They also grow successfully in pots and containers, making them perfect for patios, balconies and doorsteps. At approximately 50cm tall, the vibrant blooms also make excellent, long-lasting cut flowers for bringing spring indoors.
How to Plant and Grow Tulip Bulbs
- When to plant: Autumn
- Planting depth: 4-5 inches deep
- Spacing: Approximately 3 inches apart
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
- Position: Full sun is best, but partial or dappled shade is tolerated
- Aftercare: Remove the flowers as they fade to prevent plants setting seed, but allow the foliage to yellow and wither for approx. 6 weeks before removing it
Bulb Size and Delivery
These tulip bulbs are supplied in packs of 10 bulb size 10-11. Order now to ensure delivery of this very popular variety in time for the new planting season. Delivery begins mid September, and the price includes UK delivery.
Our Quality Promise
We want you to be happy with your purchase, and all our tulip bulbs are checked and inspected visually before packing. In the unlikely event of a problem, please advise us within 48 hours of delivery. Due to the nature of the goods, we cannot accept responsibility for failure after planting, as pests, disease, poor horticultural practice, extremes of weather and many other factors outside our control all take their toll.
Returns Information
Bulbs of Tulip Single Early Mixed will only be accepted for return after the seller has been informed and given permission for their return. Refunds will be issued when items are received back in saleable condition within 14 days from the original dispatch date. The buyer must pay all return charges except where an item has been dispatched in error.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When do Single Early Tulips flower?
Tulip Single Early Mixed flowers in April and May, depending on your local weather.
How deep should I plant tulip bulbs?
Plant bulbs 4-5 inches deep and around 3 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil in autumn.
Can I grow these tulips in pots?
Yes. Tulip Single Early Mixed grows very well in pots and containers, and also makes excellent cut flowers at approx. 50cm tall.
When will my bulbs be delivered?
Delivery begins mid September, and the price includes UK delivery.

















