Double Shirley Tulip

Tulip ‘Double Shirley’ (6 bulbs) Vaporous delicacy and pastel highlights Offered by Van Noort

Add a touch of lightness and pastel grace to your spring blooms with the tulip ‘Double Shirley’ , a late double variety with white petals subtly edged with lilac, soft purple and sometimes pale pink .
Its light peony shape , airy texture and evolving color make it a favorite for elegant beds , refined pots and romantic bouquets .
It brings a soft light and a feminine and poetic atmosphere to the end-of-season garden.

Variety characteristics

Height: 40 to 50 cm (16″ to 20″)
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Zone 3 and above
Deer Resistance: Medium
Water requirements: Low to moderate (well-drained soil)
Ideal soil: Light, humus-rich, well-drained
Quantity: 6 bulbs

Planting and growing the ‘Double Shirley’ Tulip

When to plant?
Period: From September to October, before the first frosts.

Where to plant it?
In the ground: Ideal for romantic flowerbeds, pastel borders or elegant gardens.
In a pot: Perfect in flowering containers on poetic balconies or bright terraces.

How to plant?
1 Depth: 15 cm
2 Spacing: 10 to 12 cm
3 Watering: Light after planting, then moderate during flowering.

Gardening tip: Pair it with lavender, white, or pale pink tulips for a soft pastel palette.

Care of the Tulip ‘Double Shirley’

Watering: Moderate, without excess
Fertilizer: Add bulb fertilizer in the fall
Pruning: Remove the foliage once it has completely yellowed.
Wintering: No care required, the bulbs are hardy

Why choose the ‘Double Shirley’ Tulip?

Double white flower edged with lilac , vaporous and refined effect
Perfect for soft flowerbeds , elegant pots and pastel bouquets
Late flowering , generous shape and evolving tones
Rustic, graceful and easy to achieve

Create a soft and poetic atmosphere with the tulip ‘Double Shirley’ , proposed by Van Noort!

Pair with pastel blooms for a late spring decor full of nuance and elegance.