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Double Surprise Double Late Tulip

Tulipa 'Double Surprise'

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  • Double Surprise Double Late Tulip features bright white centers blending into deep magenta feathered petals for bold contrast.
  • A full double bloomer, with peony-like buds and layered petals that add volume and texture.
  • Blooms late in the season, extending spring color with a high-impact display.
  • Reliable and easy to grow, thriving in sunny, well-drained garden settings.

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Description

Double Surprise Double Late Tulip delivers strong visual contrast and structure, combining bright white centers with deep magenta outer petals that appear feathered and layered. The color transition is clean yet dynamic, giving each bloom a defined, two-tone effect that stands out in both garden beds and arrangements.

This variety is distinguished by its full, peony-like form, with buds and open flowers that resemble small peonies more than traditional tulips. The densely layered petals create a rounded, substantial bloom that adds texture and weight to late spring plantings. As the flowers open, the contrast between the white interior and darker exterior becomes more pronounced, enhancing visual interest.

Blooming in the late tulip season, Double Surprise helps extend color after earlier varieties have faded. It performs well in borders, containers, and cutting gardens, where its sturdy stems support the large blooms. The strong color contrast also makes it effective as a focal point or in combination with complementary late-season bulbs and perennials.

Best grown in full sun with well-drained soil, this tulip is easy to establish and maintain. Plant bulbs in fall for a reliable return of bold color and form the following spring.

Planting & Care

Tips on Growing Fall Planted Flower Bulbs

When you receive your fall bulbs (tulips, daffodils, etc.) keep them in a dry, dark, cool place until ready to plant. They need air circulation so they will not collect moisture and rot. Planting times can vary from early October in the North to mid-to-late November in the southern regions. A good rule of thumb is to plant them about 6 weeks before the ground is frozen or after the first hard freeze.

Soil Preparation for Bulbs

A compost enriched, well-drained soil is best. Incorporate a good quality organic compost as needed. Yum Yum Mix® is recommended as an excellent source of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium needed for strong plants and healthy roots. Mix a small amount into the bottom of the hole before planting your bulbs.

Many bulbs prefer full sun exposure. However, Muscaria, Allium, Galanthus, Hyacinthoides, Scilla and many Daffodils will tolerate partial shade and bloom well.
Pink daffodils will hold their color longer if planted in dappled shade or morning sun/afternoon shade.

After planting, add a top dressing of compost or other organic material and water in thoroughly. If your winter is dry, water every three to four weeks throughout the winter and add more mulch if necessary.

Protect your Bulbs

Apply a mole or gopher repellent to the surface of the ground to protect bulbs from these burrowing mammals.

After your Bulbs have Bloomed

Once your bulbs have bloomed, allow the bulb foliage to brown and fade naturally since the leaves are feeding the bulb in the ground. Removal of foliage weakens the bulb and leads to fewer blooms the following year. Planting your bulbs amongst your perennials is one way to conceal the dying bulb foliage. The perennials begin to grow and fill out as the bulb foliage dies back. The perennials will then provide foliage and color in the garden from late spring through the summer and into fall. Regular fertilization with balanced organic or natural fertilizer and a re-application of mulch each fall will ensure more and more beautiful spring bulb blooms for many years!

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As soon as your order is placed you will receive a confirmation email. You will receive a second email the day your order ships telling you how it has been sent. Some perennials are shipped as potted plants, some as perennial roots packed in peat.  The ‘Plant Information’ section describes how that item will ship. All perennials and fall-planted bulbs are packaged to withstand shipping and are fully-guaranteed. Please open upon receipt and follow the instructions included.

Perennials and fall-planted bulbs are shipped at the proper planting time for your Growing Zone. Perennial and fall-planted bulb orders will arrive separately from seeds. If your order requires more than one shipment and all items are shipping to the same address, there is no additional shipping charge. See our shipping information page for approximate ship dates and more detailed information. If you have any questions, please call Customer Service at (802) 227-7200 or contact us by email or chat.

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Key Features

Light Requirements

  • Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
  • Full Sun

Water Tolerance

Moderate Rainfall

Bloom Time

Late spring

Advantages

  • Easy To Grow
  • Cut Flowers
  • Rock Gardens

Additional information

Mature Height

14-18" tall

Bulb Spacing

4-6" apart; 5-6 per sq ft

Soil Type

  • Average Soil
  • Compost Enriched Garden Loam Soil
  • Well-Drained Soil

Soil Moisture

  • Average

Planting Depth

6-8" deep

Planting Time

  • Fall

Flower Size

3-4" across

Growing Zones

  • Zone 3
  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8

Poisonous or Toxic to Animals

Yes - Bulbs, blooms, leaves, and stems all contain toxic compounds, which are most concentrated in the bulb.

Can Send To PO Box

Yes
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