Autumn Bulbs

Dusky rose-pink blooms with mint green flames. Romantic and timeless viridiflora favourite.

As festive as its name suggests, 'Carnaval de Nice' is a pure celebration in a flower. This exquisite Double Late tulip features huge, pure white, peony-shaped blooms, each intricately feathered and streaked with crimson red. No two flowers are exactly alike. It’s a classic, show-stopping variety that brings the joy and artistry of a painter's canvas to the late spring garden.

A tulip that redefines drama, 'Barbados' is a spectacular and ferocious-looking fringed variety that is guaranteed to turn heads. The entire bloom is an intense, saturated lipstick-red, a colour of pure passion and energy. What sets 'Barbados' apart and gives it its wild character is its extraordinary fringe. It's not a delicate lace but a heavy, deeply shredded, and spiky fringe that covers a significant portion of the petal edge, creating a truly unique, almost menacing texture. This gives the flower a formidable, exotic appearance unlike any other tulip. It is a true statement piece for the gardener who is not afraid to be bold. Held on strong stems, 'Barbados' is a robust and long-lasting flower that brings a touch of the untamed tropics to borders, pots, and show-stopping floral arrangements.

A sensational and much-loved variety, 'Apricot Parrot' is famed for its wonderfully soft and romantic colouring. The enormous, ruffled petals are a delicate blend of apricot-pink, soft primrose yellow, and creamy white, with subtle green flames on the outer petals. Each flower is a masterpiece of texture and colour, with petals that twist, curl, and wave to create a full, feathered effect. The fragrance is a delightful bonus, adding another layer of sensory appeal. As the flower ages, the colours soften to beautiful pastel shades. It’s an incredibly graceful and elegant choice for a parrot tulip, bringing a touch of gentle drama to garden beds and floral arrangements. Its strong stems hold the large blooms well, making it a reliable choice for both the garden and the vase. It’s a classic for a reason.

A truly spectacular and flamboyant tulip, 'Amazing Parrot' lives up to its name with enormous, deeply ruffled and fringed petals. The blooms are a stunning kaleidoscope of colour, opening from soft yellow buds to reveal a rich tapestry of apricot, creamy yellow, and soft rose-pink, all delicately edged with green. Each flower is a unique work of art, with petals that twist and curl in dramatic fashion, creating a sense of movement and exotic beauty. As the blooms mature, the colours intensify, becoming a vibrant spectacle in the late spring garden. Held on strong, tall stems, they make an unforgettable statement in borders and are simply breathtaking as a cut flower, where their intricate form and stunning colour blends can be appreciated up close. Plant them in a sheltered spot to protect the huge flowers from strong winds. They are the epitome of tulip extravagance.

A cheerful and classic Double daffodil, 'Dick Wilden' brings a big, bold splash of sunshine to the mid-spring garden. The large, peony-like blooms are incredibly full and packed with layers of ruffled petals. The main flower is a bright, clear buttercup-yellow, which provides a sunny backdrop for a densely packed centre of smaller, frilly petaloids in a contrasting, softer primrose-yellow. This two-tone yellow effect gives the flower wonderful depth and texture. It is a very strong and reliable grower with sturdy stems that hold the heavy blooms well. It's a fantastic choice for creating an impactful display and is also an excellent and long-lasting cut flower.

A truly enchanting variety, 'White Magic' brings a touch of pure, bright elegance to the spring garden. This beautiful Grape Hyacinth undergoes a lovely colour transformation; the flower spikes emerge with greenish-yellow buds, which then open into densely packed spires of pristine, snow-white, bell-shaped florets. The pure white colour is very clear and provides a wonderful, cool contrast to more brightly coloured spring bulbs. 'White Magic' is a vigorous grower with a neat habit and a gentle fragrance. It is an excellent choice for creating a serene, sophisticated look and for brightening up shady corners of the garden.

A wonderfully weird and fascinating plant, 'Plumosum' is the sterile, feathered form of Muscari comosum, the Tassel Hyacinth. It doesn't produce the typical bell-shaped flowers of a Muscari. Instead, the entire flower head is a fluffy, airy plume composed of thread-like, tangled, purple-violet filaments. The effect is truly bizarre and beautiful, like a soft purple cloud or a piece of violet candyfloss floating in the border. It blooms later than most other Muscari, extending the season. It is a fantastic choice for gardeners who appreciate botanical curiosities and want to add a unique texture and form to their late spring display.

A truly classic and ever-popular Amaryllis, 'Minerva' has been a festive favourite for decades, and for good reason. It is a vigorous and reliable bloomer, producing large, single flowers with a truly striking pattern. The blooms are a rich, vibrant red, forming the perfect backdrop for a bold and dramatic, crisp white star in the centre. This starburst pattern is incredibly eye-catching and is often complemented by a fresh green throat. The petals are broad and form a classic, wide, open-faced flower shape that shows off its dramatic colouring to perfection. 'Minerva' embodies the traditional colours of the holiday season, offering a cheerful, bright, and unapologetically festive display. Its timeless appeal, reliability, and dazzling high-contrast pattern ensure that it remains one of the most sought-after and widely grown Amaryllis varieties year after year.

A delightful and eye-catching cultivar of Tulipa clusiana, 'Peppermint Stick' is a variation of the classic "Lady Tulip". It shares the same wonderfully elegant and slender form, with tall, graceful stems that sway in the breeze. The buds are slim and pointed, opening in the sunshine to reveal beautiful star-shaped flowers. The petals have a striking and distinct colour pattern that gives the plant its name: the outer three petals are a clear, candy-cane cherry-red, while the inner three petals are pure, crisp white. This creates a fantastic, pinwheel-like effect when the flower is open. The heart of the flower has a small, dark purple base. 'Peppermint Stick' is a fantastic perennialiser, quickly forming enchanting drifts of colour and bringing a sense of fun and classic charm to the garden.

The quintessential "Lady Tulip," 'Lady Jane' is renowned for her exceptional grace and elegance. She is a cultivar of Tulipa clusiana, featuring the same slender, refined form. The flowers are held on tall, willowy stems that allow them to sway beautifully in the breeze. When the buds are closed, they form slim, candle-like spindles that are a rich rose-red on the outside. When the sun shines, the flowers open into beautiful, broad stars, revealing pristine, snow-white inner petals and a small, dark purple base. This dramatic day-and-night transformation is captivating. 'Lady Jane' is a superb perennialiser, reliably returning year after year and spreading gently to form enchanting drifts. She is perfect for adding a touch of classic, effortless style to sunny borders, cottage gardens, and meadow plantings.

A truly flamboyant showstopper, Tulip 'Brisbane' is an opulent double fringed variety that erupts into a breathtaking fiery sunset of colour, demanding attention in the mid to late-spring garden. Each substantial, peony-like bloom is a masterpiece of natural art, packed with layers of lush, velvety petals that blend the richest tones of raspberry, sun-ripened apricot, and glowing golden yellow. The real magic, however, lies in its exquisite detailing: every single petal is edged with a delicate, crystalline fringe that looks as if it's been dipped in sugar, catching the sunlight and sparkling with every breeze. These incredibly full and textured blooms sit atop strong, reliable stems, making them not just a luxurious centrepiece for any garden bed or border, but also an outstanding and long-lasting choice for opulent spring bouquets and arrangements. Plant 'Brisbane' to create a bold statement of warmth and extravagance.

An enduring favourite and for good reason, 'Angelique' is the picture of romance. Its delicate, peony-like blooms are a soft confection of pale pink, ivory, and blush, with subtle green markings on the exterior. The flowers are sweetly fragrant and held on strong stems, making them a dream for both the garden and the vase. 'Angelique' brings a gentle, classic elegance to the late spring garden that pairs beautifully with almost any other plant.

A fascinating and quirky heirloom, 'Rip van Winkle' is a miniature Double daffodil that has been charming gardeners since the 19th century. This unique variety looks unlike any other daffodil, producing a spiky, star-like flower that is often compared to a dandelion or a thistle. The blooms are composed of multiple layers of narrow, pointed, pale greenish-yellow petals, creating a wonderfully wild and untamed appearance. Its short stature and very early bloom time make it a delightful character for the front of the border or a rock garden. 'Rip van Winkle' is perfect for those who appreciate the unusual and want to add a touch of historic, eccentric charm to their spring display.

A truly delightful and deservedly popular Jonquilla daffodil, 'Pipit' is celebrated for its delicate beauty, sweet fragrance, and unusual colour change. Each stem produces between two and four dainty flowers. The blooms open with both the outer petals and the central cup in a lovely soft, lemon-yellow. As the flowers mature, the cup magically fades to a beautiful creamy-white, creating a stunning two-tone effect, with some flowers on the same plant showing different stages of this transition. It is an excellent perennialiser and holds the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit for its reliability and outstanding charm. It's a must-have for any gardener who loves fragrant, elegant, and interesting flowers.

A truly sensational and award-winning Large-Cupped daffodil, 'Chromacolour' is prized for its enormous flowers and stunning colour. The blooms feature broad, pure white outer petals that provide a crisp, clean backdrop for the main event: a very large, bowl-shaped, and heavily ruffled trumpet. The cup is a magnificent, intense shade of deep coral-pink to rosy-apricot that deepens as the flower matures. The contrast is breathtaking. It is a very strong grower with sturdy stems, and holds the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit. It's a must-have for a show-stopping display in the mid-spring border and makes a magnificent cut flower.

A breakthrough in Muscari breeding, 'Pink Sunrise' is one of the first varieties to display a true, clear pink colour. The conical flower spikes are a beautiful shade of soft, blush-pink to candy-pink, fading to almost white at the very top of the spike. This creates a lovely, gentle, two-tone effect. It is a more compact variety with a delicate appearance and a light, sweet fragrance. 'Pink Sunrise' is a fantastic choice for gardeners looking for something different from the traditional blue, perfect for creating soft, romantic, pastel-themed displays in pots, rockeries, and at the front of borders. It is a real connoisseur's choice.

A highly sought-after and fashionable variety, 'Grape Ice' is a striking twist on the classic grape hyacinth. It features densely packed, conical flower spikes with a unique bicolour pattern that commands attention. The base of the flower head consists of rich, deep violet-purple florets, each shaped like a tiny bead, creating a familiar grape-like cluster. What sets it apart is the distinct cap of sterile, icy-white to pale silvery-green florets at the very top, which creates a stunning contrast, much like a snow-capped mountain peak. This ornamental 'mohawk' gives the plant a sharp, contemporary look. It is a vigorous grower and naturalizer, perfect for creating beautiful drifts of colour in borders, rock gardens, and especially in containers where its unique details can be appreciated up close. Its relatively short stature makes it an ideal companion for early daffodils and tulips, weaving a carpet of cool-toned colour at their feet. It's a must-have for any gardener looking for something a little different.

An exceptionally delicate and ethereal Grape Hyacinth, 'Valerie Finnis' is prized for its very pale colouring. The conical flower spikes are a beautiful shade of icy, sky-blue, so pale that they appear almost white from a distance, with the tiny bells at the top of the spike often being pure white. This creates a subtle, two-tone effect that is wonderfully soft and gentle. It has a light fragrance and is perfect for creating a serene, cool-toned spring display. It contrasts beautifully with darker blue Muscari or brightly coloured tulips and daffodils. It's an excellent choice for naturalising, forming a shimmering, low-growing carpet of colour in mid-spring.

An extraordinary and captivating species Amaryllis, 'Papilio' is a true collector's item, bearing little resemblance to its hybrid cousins. Its name, meaning "butterfly" in Latin, perfectly captures the unique, winged appearance of its blooms. The flowers are an intricate mosaic of colours, featuring a base of creamy, greenish-white, which is heavily and artistically brushed with deep maroon and burgundy veining. Two upper petals are broad and wing-like, while the lower, narrower petals resemble a butterfly's antennae, creating an unmistakable and elegant silhouette. Unlike the trumpet shapes of other Amaryllis, 'Papilio' has an exotic, orchid-like grace that is utterly enchanting. Each stem typically produces two to three of these mesmerising flowers. As a species plant, it is prized for its natural, untamed beauty and is a must-have for any serious bulb enthusiast looking for something truly special and sophisticated.

A truly extraordinary and highly sought-after variety, 'Evergreen' is the ultimate Amaryllis for lovers of the unique and unconventional. It is a stunning Cybister type, prized for its exotic, orchid-like flowers that are a startling and beautiful shade of cool, zesty lime-green. The slender, elegantly tapered petals sweep back gracefully, creating a spidery, dynamic form that is incredibly chic and modern. A subtle flush of white or cream often highlights the centre of the bloom, adding depth and a luminous quality to the fresh green colouring. 'Evergreen' is a floral masterpiece that feels both organic and otherworldly at the same time. It provides a cool, refreshing, and incredibly sophisticated alternative to the traditional warm tones of festive flowers, making it a spectacular choice for contemporary interior design and a guaranteed conversation starter.

A flower of almost unbelievable extravagance, 'Queensland' is a spectacular double, peony-flowered fringed tulip that is sure to steal the show. The blooms are jam-packed with countless layers of luscious, silky petals in a rich and romantic rose-pink. As if this opulence wasn't enough, each individual petal is edged with a delicate, finely-cut white fringe, giving the entire flower a frosted, fairytale appearance. This stunning combination of a full, peony-like form, a romantic deep pink colour, and intricate texture creates a flower that is a must-have for lovers of unusual and theatrical tulips. Its shorter, sturdy stems make it perfect for locations where its intricate details can be admired up close, such as in pots or at the front of a border.

A truly wonderful and aptly named botanical tulip, 'Lilac Wonder' is a form of Tulipa saxatilis (bakeri group). It is celebrated for its charming, bowl-shaped flowers that open wide in the sunshine. The petals are a beautiful shade of soft lilac-pink, which provides a stunning contrast to the large, striking, golden-yellow centre. The effect is like a little drop of sunshine held in a pink cup. Each stem can produce several flowers, creating a generous display from a single bulb. The glossy green leaves are also attractive. 'Lilac Wonder' is a fantastic performer, winning the RHS Award of Garden Merit for its reliability and beauty. It is an excellent choice for perennialising, forming substantial, spreading clumps over the years that will brighten any sunny corner of the garden in mid-spring.

Large frilled petals in lavender-pink streaked with green. Dramatic parrot-style tulip.

An iconic and beloved variety, 'Flaming Parrot' sets the garden ablaze with its brilliant colours. The flowers are a vivid primrose yellow, with each petal dramatically and irregularly streaked with bold flashes of blood-red, like licks of flame. The large petals are deeply scalloped and ruffled, twisting elegantly as the flower opens to create a dynamic and fiery effect. No two flowers are ever the same, making for a thrilling and varied display. It is a sport of the famous 'Rembrandt' tulip 'The Smiling Queen' and carries all of its parent's vigour and beauty, but with the added drama of the parrot form. The strong stems hold the flamboyant flowers well above the foliage, making it a reliable and spectacular choice for borders and an absolute showstopper in a vase.