Double Tulip Tulipa gesneriana flower seeds for planting in garden beds

Double Tulip Seeds (Tulipa gesneriana) grow into elegant, perennial bulbs with lush, double-layered blooms. Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers, these tulips add depth, texture, and vivid color to any landscape. Known for their long-lasting flowers and sturdy growth, Double Tulips make a striking addition to home gardens.

Features:

• Double-Layered Blooms: Produces full, lush flowers for a dramatic effect.
• Perennial Growth: Returns year after year when planted as bulbs.
• Sturdy & Upright Plants: Ideal for flower beds, borders, and containers.
• Long Blooming Season: Blooms in mid to late spring.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and highly resilient with proper care.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Tulipa gesneriana
• Variety: Double Tulip
• Plant Type: Perennial bulbous flowering plant
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8
• Germination Time: 14–21 days (from seed; bulbs bloom in following spring)
• Optimal Germination Temperature: 60–70°F (15–21°C)
• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering
• Planting Season: Fall for spring blooms
• Bloom Time: Mid to late spring
• Height: 12–24 inches
• Spacing: 4–6 inches apart
• Ideal For: Garden beds, borders, container planting, and spring-themed landscapes

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds in well-draining garden soil or start indoors in seed trays.
2. Cover lightly with soil and maintain moisture until germination.
3. Transplant seedlings or bulbs to garden beds, spacing 4–6 inches apart.
4. Provide full sun or partial shade for optimal growth.
5. Mulch lightly to protect soil and retain moisture; enjoy blooms the following spring.