Tulip 'Brisbane'

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Named after the vibrant Australian city, this tulip's warm, sunset colours perfectly capture the feeling of a Brisbane evening.

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.

Botanical name Tulipa 'Brisbane'
Flower colour Deep reddish-purple with a heavily fringed edge
Bulb size 12/+ cm
Established height 45-50 cm
Established spread 15 cm
Plant spacing 75 bulbs per m²
Leaf colour Green
Habit Upright
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully hardy
Years to establish 1st year
Sunlight Full sun
Position Sheltered
Suitable for Borders, Pots, Cut flower gardens
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Well-drained
Soil type Loam, Sandy, Chalky
RHS Award (AGM) No
Growing skill Easy to grow
Pollinator-friendly Yes
Deer resistant No

Where to Plant:

This is an incredibly flamboyant and showy fringed tulip, with large, peony-like double flowers in shades of fiery orange and yellow, with each petal edged in a fine, crystalline fringe. The enormous, heavy flower heads make it absolutely essential to plant them in a very sheltered position, protected from strong winds and heavy rain which can easily cause the stems to break. They need a spot in full sun with fertile, very well-drained soil. They are best used as a feature plant in a container or a prime spot in a border.

How to Plant:

Tulip bulbs should be planted late in the autumn, ideally during October or November, to help prevent the fungal disease Tulip Fire. It is vital to plant the bulbs deeply to support the heavy flowers; dig a hole at least 15-20cm (6-8 inches) deep. Place the bulb in the bottom with its pointed tip facing upwards and cover with soil. Space the bulbs about 15cm apart to give each magnificent flower room to open.

Aftercare:

For the most spectacular and reliable display, fancy tulips like this are best treated as annuals and replaced with fresh bulbs each autumn. They are not known for re-flowering well in subsequent years. If you wish to try and save them, you must deadhead the flower as soon as it fades. Allow the foliage to die back and yellow completely before lifting the bulbs, drying them, and storing them somewhere cool and dark until it is time to replant.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Attracts wildlife

Perfect for pots

Good for cutting

Tulip 'Brisbane' - Harding & Bloom

Tulip 'Brisbane'

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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