Tulipa 'Foxtrot' (tulip 'Foxtrot)

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

10 bulbs
£8.59
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Delivery begins from 14 September 2026

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Foxtrot, often admired for its soft pink with deeper pink edging; touches of green colouring, is a bulb variety especially well suited to pots & containers.

Tulipa ‘Foxtrot’ is a quietly glamorous Double Early tulip, opening in soft, ballerina pink before deepening at the edges as each bloom matures. The result is impeccably polished in spring pots by the front door, and equally at home bringing a gentle, romantic note to smart borders.

Neat, clump-forming and reliably perennial, it reaches around 30cm with mid-green foliage and a pleasingly considered silhouette. Plant in autumn into fertile, well-drained soil, give it a sheltered position in full sun, and look forward to a poised display from March to April.

  • Flowering: March–April
  • Height: 30cm
  • Best for: pots & containers, borders, city gardens, cottage-style planting, and underplanting roses & shrubs
Botanical name Tulipa 'Foxtrot'
Flower colour Soft pink with deeper pink edging; touches of green
Bulb size 12+ cm
Established height 30cm
Established spread 15cm
Plant spacing 10-15cm
Leaf colour Mid-green
Habit Clump-forming
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Years to establish 1 year
Sunlight Full-Sun
Position Sheltered
Suitable for Pots & Containers, Borders, City & Courtyard Gardens, Cottage & Informal Gardens, Underplanting Roses & Shrubs
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Well-drained
Soil type Fertile, well-drained
RHS Award (AGM) AGM
Growing skill Easy
Pollinator-friendly Yes
Deer resistant No

Where to Plant:

Tulipa 'Foxtrot' (tulip 'Foxtrot) 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

RHS Award (AGM)

Good for cutting

Naturalising

£8.59

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