Tulip Orange Marmalade is a distinctive Viridiflora tulip producing elegant apricot-orange flowers beautifully highlighted with striking green flames on the outer petals. Flowering during May, this unusual variety reaches approximately 40cm in height and adds a sophisticated touch to borders, beds, patio containers and spring cut flower arrangements. Its unique colouring and graceful form make it a standout feature in both contemporary and cottage garden planting schemes.

Easy to grow and long flowering, Tulip Orange Marmalade performs exceptionally well when planted in groups, where its subtle blend of warm orange and fresh green tones creates an eye-catching display. It combines wonderfully with deep purple, burgundy and creamy white tulips, extending colour and interest later into the spring season.

Key Features
✓ Apricot-orange flowers with distinctive green flames
✓ Elegant Viridiflora tulip variety
✓ Flowers during May
✓ Flowering height of approximately 40cm
✓ Long-lasting blooms with unique colouring
✓ Ideal for borders, beds and containers
✓ Excellent for cut flower arrangements
✓ Reliable late spring flowering bulb

Size
✓ Flowering height: approximately 40cm (16 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to December
✓ Flowers: May
✓ Position: full sun or partial shade
✓ Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
✓ Planting depth: approximately 10–15cm (4–6 inches)
✓ Spacing: approximately 10–15cm (4–6 inches) apart
✓ Suitable for borders, beds, containers and cut flower gardens

Aftercare
Remove faded flowers once blooming has finished, but allow the foliage to die back naturally so the bulbs can store energy for the following season. Plant in well-drained soil to keep bulbs healthy over winter. Lifting and storing bulbs after the foliage has died back may improve flowering performance in heavier soils.