Tulip 'Acuminata' (Horned Tulip)

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Available for delivery in August/September, when the autumn planting season begins.

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Acuminata, often admired for its yellow, red with green tinging colouring, is a bulb variety especially well suited to pots & containers.

Tulipa ‘Acuminata’ is a wonderfully characterful tulip, prized for its long, finely pointed petals and painterly spring colouring. Each bloom combines warm yellow and red tones, often finished with a subtle green tinge, creating an elegant, slightly untamed look that suits both pots by the door and well-drained borders.

With an upright habit and grey-green foliage, it brings height and movement without fuss. Plant in autumn, allow it a sheltered position, and look forward to its distinctive, species-style presence from March to April.

  • Distinctive shape: slender, pointed petals with a refined, flame-like silhouette
  • Colour: yellow and red, often lightly tinged green
  • Versatile planting: particularly handsome in spring containers and neat drifts through borders
Botanical name Tulipa acuminata (misapplied)
Flower colour Yellow, red with green tinging
Bulb size 10/11
Established height 50cm
Established spread 10cm
Plant spacing 10cm
Leaf colour Grey-green
Habit Upright
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Years to establish 2
Sunlight Full-Sun
Position Sheltered
Suitable for Pots & Containers, Borders
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Well-drained
Soil type Loam
RHS Award (AGM) No
Growing skill Easy
Pollinator-friendly Yes
Deer resistant No

Where to Plant:

Tulipa 'Acuminata' (horned tulip) needs full-sun and a warm, sheltered position for the best flowering. Plant into fertile, humus-rich soil that drains well, and choose a spot protected from strong winds, especially for taller varieties.

How to Plant:

Plant bulb from September to December once conditions are suitable. Set them at the correct depth for the variety, spacing 10cm apart where relevant, then firm in gently and water well after planting.

Aftercare:

Water regularly in dry weather and feed every two to three weeks once buds appear. Stake taller stems early and deadhead to keep plants flowering. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally before lifting or protecting bulb according to local conditions.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Attracts wildlife

Good for cutting

Tulipa 'Acuminata' (horned tulip) - Harding & Bloom

Tulip 'Acuminata' (Horned Tulip)

£8.19

£8.19

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Arrived quickly and well-packaged. Planted them in some pots on the patio and they all came up. Look beautiful. Thank you!

Careane Wallace

Oxfordshire, UK

The bulbs arrived beautifully packaged and you could just tell they were excellent quality. We had the most wonderful display of daffodils this spring on our patio. Simply stunning. Will definitely be ordering again

David P

Kent, UK

I ordered the mixed hyacinth collection and the scent in my garden this April was absolutely heavenly. Every single bulb produced a strong, beautiful flower and the colours were stunning together. A fantastic purchase, I'll be back for more next year!

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Somerset