Tulipa 'Blue Spectacle' (tulip)

Delivery begins from 14 September 2026
Spring flowering bulbs and plants are scheduled to begin delivery from 14 September 2026.

10 bulbs
£10.69
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Delivery begins from 14 September 2026

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Blue Spectacle, often admired for its deep purple with magenta-pink tones colouring, is a bulb variety especially well suited to borders.

Tulipa 'Blue Spectacle' is a beautifully poised double late tulip, with sumptuous, peony-flowered blooms in polished violet-purple, touched with magenta and finished with a deeper, inky-blue glow towards the centre. At around 50cm, it brings height and composure to spring borders and looks particularly handsome in generous pots, where the layered petals can be appreciated up close.

Plant in autumn, allow winter to do its quiet work, and enjoy an elegant late-spring display that sits effortlessly alongside roses and shrubs, or in a more contemporary courtyard scheme.

  • Flower style: Peony Flowered (Double Late) blooms with refined depth of colour
  • Best for: Borders, containers, and underplanting roses & shrubs
  • Reliable presence: Sturdy, upright stems to approximately 50cm
Botanical name Tulipa 'Blue Spectacle'
Flower colour Deep purple with magenta-pink tones
Bulb size 11/12 cm
Established height 50cm
Established spread 15cm
Plant spacing 10-15cm
Leaf colour Green
Habit Upright
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Years to establish 1
Sunlight Full-Sun
Position Sheltered
Suitable for Borders, Containers, Courtyards & City Gardens, Cottage Gardens, Underplanting Roses & Shrubs
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 'Blue Spectacle' (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 10-15cm 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

Naturalising

Tulipa 'Blue Spectacle' (tulip) - Harding & Bloom

Tulipa 'Blue Spectacle' (tulip)

£10.69

£10.69

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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!

Eleanor R

Somerset