Tulip Ballerina is a stunning lily-flowered tulip with elegant, flared petals in glowing orange, touched with subtle yellow veining. Not only admired for its refined shape and vibrant colour, this variety is also highly fragrant, adding extra charm to spring displays. A proud winner of the RHS Award of Garden Merit, it is recognised for its beauty and reliable performance.

Flowering in April and May, Tulip Ballerina stands tall on strong stems, making it a perfect choice for beds, borders, and large containers. Its vivid colour makes a striking statement when planted in groups, and it pairs beautifully with roses or Muscari for contrasting displays. Tulip Ballerina also makes an excellent cut flower, bringing colour and fragrance indoors.

Key Features
✔ Lily-flowered tulip with striking orange blooms and yellow veining
✔ Fragrant flowers in April–May
✔ RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
✔ Perfect for beds, borders, containers, and cut flowers

Size
✔ Flowering height: Approx. 55cm / 22"

Useful for
Ideal for group planting in borders, under roses, or through Muscari. Works beautifully in containers and as a long-stemmed cut flower with a delightful fragrance.

Aftercare
Plant bulbs from August onwards, 10–15cm deep in fertile, well-drained soil, in sun or partial shade. Remove faded flower heads to conserve energy for the bulb. Avoid planting tulips in the same spot each year to reduce the risk of disease.