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Tulips by flowering period

Growing tulips that flower at different times can extend your floral display. The flowering period is weather related and, in some years, the difference from one year to another can be as much as six weeks. Tulips grown in northern Britain/Scotland are also likely to flower later than those grown in the south England (between 3-6 weeks later).   

Early-flowering tulips (March)

Some of the earliest are the Kaufmanniana tulips (shorter stems, often with coloured leaves). These are followed by the Single Early and Double Early tulips. Some species tulips like T. turkestanica are also early flowering.    

Mid-season tulips (April/May)

Many tulips fall into this category, including Darwin Hybrids, Fringed, Greigii, Fosteriana, Lily-flowered, Parrots, Triumph, Viridifloras and some species. 

Late-flowering tulips (May)

Late-flowering tulips include those from the Single Late Group and Double Late Group, as well as some species tulips. 

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