Pack of 10 bulbs ready for planting Tulip 'Purissima' is a fantastic, large creamy tulip, like an early Tulip 'Spring Green'. This is perfect for early spring picking and also brilliant for pots. Our tulip bulbs are the best and biggest we can find, from tried and trusted growers. Don't forget that tulips like to be planted late in October and November with the colder weather, and need a little watering if planted in pots. GROUP/SPECIES Fosteriana Early-flowering with broad leaves which can be sometimes mottled or striped. Stems medium to long. Slender flowers when closed which open to 18-20cm in full sun. Ni Hardy Perennial Bulb COMMON NAME Tulip BORDER POSITION Front, Middle BULB SIZE 12/+ For more info on bulb sizes, click here. SOIL TYPE Acid, Alkaline, Chalky, Clay, Fertile, Heavy Clay, Neutral, Sandy SCENT Unscented SITE Full Sun, Part Shade MOISTURE Well-drained HEIGHT 35cm (14in) SPACING Plant pointy end up 10-15cm (4-6in) deep, 8cm (3in) apart. Layer bulbs to a depth of 25-30cm (10-12in) if room is tight. Remember to add plenty of grit if your soil is heavy. For containers, space bulbs 1-2cm (½-1in) apart if planting in a single layer, give them more room, 2-3cm (1-1½in) if planting in a bulb lasagne.