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Product Description
Tulip ‘Prinses Irene’, named after the Dutch princess, is distinguished by its richly flamed colouring. Its warm orange petals are vividly streaked with deep purple, each bloom showing subtle variation as it opens into a classic, cup-shaped form. The overall effect is bold yet refined, bringing warmth and contrast to borders in mid to late spring, typically April to May.
Growing to around 40 cm in height, ‘Prinses Irene’ forms a compact, upright habit with sturdy stems that present the blooms clearly above the foliage without crowding. Best colour and performance are achieved in full sun to light shade, in fertile, well-drained soil where the tones remain saturated and clean, and the display holds its structure well throughout the flowering period.
This Tulip variety combines particularly well with cooler companions such as Myosotis and Brunneras, which soften the intensity of the orange tones, while deeper contrasts can be introduced with Alliums and emerging Heuchera foliage. For a more unified scheme, pale Narcissus can echo the warmth without detracting from the Tulip’s distinctive flame patterning.
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Plant Size
| Mature Height | 35 cm |
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| Mature Spread | 10 cm |
| Plant Spacing | 15 cm |
| Annual Growth | 35 cm |
Planting Notes
| Planting | Plant at approx 10cm deep. |
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| Soil Type | Fertile, well drained garden soil |
Growing at a glance…
Tulip bulbs should be planted in autumn, before any frost. Find an area of soil that is well-drained and moist and plant your bulbs at twice their depth and spaced apart by 10-15cm. Ensure they are properly covered, you should not be able to see them on the surface of the soil. Position in an area that you know receives plenty of sunlight but is also sheltered from harsh winds. Deadhead the flowers once they wilt, encouraging a healthier plant.