Darwin Hybrid Impression Tulip Mix

Plant Darwin Hybrid Impression tulip bulbs in fall, several weeks before the ground freezes, so they get the winter chill they need to bloom in April.

Planting

1. Unbox right away. Open the package on arrival and store bulbs in a cool, dry, dark spot with good airflow until planting day.
2. Pick a sunny spot. Choose a site with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; tulips rot in soggy ground.
3. Dig 6-8 inches deep. Set each bulb pointed end up, spacing bulbs 3-6 inches apart in clusters or drifts for the fullest look.
4. Backfill and water in. Cover with soil, firm gently, and water once to settle the bed.
5. Mulch lightly. Add 1-2 inches of mulch in colder zones to even out soil temperatures over winter.

Container Planting

• Use a deep pot. Choose a container at least 12 inches deep with drainage holes and quality potting mix.
• Overwinter cold. Leave pots outdoors in an unheated garage or sheltered spot so bulbs still get their chilling period.

Watering

• Keep soil evenly moist. Water during active growth in spring if rain is scarce.
• Let them dry after bloom. Reduce watering once foliage yellows; dormant bulbs prefer dry soil.

Feeding

• Feed at planting. Mix a bulb fertilizer or bone meal into the planting hole.
• Top-dress in early spring. Apply a balanced granular fertilizer as shoots emerge to support next year's flowers.

After Bloom Care

• Deadhead only. Remove spent blooms but leave the stems in place.
• Let foliage mature. Allow leaves to yellow and die down naturally so the bulb recharges for next spring, then clear the dry foliage away.

How many bulbs come in this mix and what size are they?

Each order includes 10 bulbs at 12 cm. each, split among the four Impression colors: pink, apricot, red, and salmon.

Will these tulips come back every year?

Yes. Darwin Hybrids are among the most reliably perennial tulips. Deadhead the spent flowers, leave the stems, and let the foliage die down naturally so the bulbs store energy for the next season.

When should I plant the bulbs?

Plant in fall, a few weeks before the ground freezes. The bulbs need a cold dormant period to set flowers for mid-spring bloom in April.

Can I grow them in pots on a patio?

Yes. Use a container at least 12 inches deep with drainage holes, and leave the pot outdoors in a sheltered, unheated spot over winter so the bulbs still get their chill.

Are tulips deer and rabbit resistant?

No, tulips are a favorite of deer, rabbits, and squirrels. Use fencing, repellent, or wire mesh over new plantings if wildlife pressure is heavy in your yard.

Are tulip bulbs toxic to pets?

Tulip bulbs and foliage are toxic to dogs and cats if eaten. Plant where curious pets do not dig and store unplanted bulbs out of reach.