
Tulip 'Lady Jane'
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.
Botanical name | Tulipa 'Lady Jane' (A form of T. clusiana) |
Flower colour | White interior with a rose-pink exterior |
Bulb size | 6/7 cm |
Established height | 20-25 cm |
Established spread | 8-10 cm |
Plant spacing | 150 bulbs per m² |
Leaf colour | Grey-green |
Habit | Upright, Slender |
Life cycle | Perennial |
Hardiness | Fully hardy |
Years to establish | 1st year |
Sunlight | Full sun |
Position | Sheltered |
Suitable for | Rock gardens, Borders, Pots, Naturalising |
Soil acidity | Any |
Soil moisture | Well-drained |
Soil type | Loam, Sandy |
RHS Award (AGM) | Yes |
Growing skill | Easy to grow |
Pollinator-friendly | Yes |
Deer resistant | No |
Planting and Flowering Calendar
Key Features
Packed in paper
Packed peat-free
Great for Shade
Attracts wildlife
RHS Award (AGM)
Perfect for pots
Naturalising