Tulips: the flowers that get on with almost everything else in the garden
The beloved tulip is in bloom in all corners of the globe; just watch out for the dreaded tulip fire
Stay updated with breaking news from Jan Reus. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
The beloved tulip is in bloom in all corners of the globe; just watch out for the dreaded tulip fire
Tulip display at Wrest Park, Bedfordshire Credit: Keith Mayhew/Alamy As any experienced gardener will tell you, tulips are indispensable because they bridge the gap between spring and summer flowers. They bloom when the garden’s bathed in soft light, just as the first foliage of the year begins to expand, and you don’t need to spend a fortune. A well-placed container or two will lift a garden, like a rainbow of hope illuminating a Pre-Raphaelite painting by Sir John Everett Millais. When to order Many beginner gardeners can’t understand why, when gardens are full of tulips in spring, t...