Tulips are among the most popular spring flowering bulbs, admired for their remarkable diversity of colours, flower shapes and heights. By choosing varieties with different flowering times, you can enjoy tulips in bloom from early spring right through to the beginning of summer. They are perfect for colourful flower beds, naturalistic plantings, containers and cut flower gardens.
In this category, you will find a carefully selected collection of tulip varieties, ranging from timeless classics to exceptional collector's cultivars. When choosing our assortment, we focus not only on beautiful blooms but also on reliable performance and suitability for Lithuania's growing conditions.
How to Choose Tulips?
With so many tulip varieties available, it's worth choosing them according to flowering time, flower shape and intended use.
Our collection includes:
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Botanical Tulips – compact, long-lived varieties that are ideal for naturalising.
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Early Tulips – among the first tulips to bloom each spring.
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Triumph Tulips – one of the most popular groups, valued for their strong stems and abundant flowering.
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Darwin Hybrid Tulips – large-flowered, impressive tulips that are perfect for flower beds and cutting gardens.
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Lily-flowered Tulips – elegant varieties with gracefully pointed petals.
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Double Tulips – lush blooms resembling peonies.
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Late Tulips – extending the tulip season well into late spring.
If you're looking for tulips that will thrive in the same location for several years, consider choosing Darwin Hybrid and Triumph Tulips. Under suitable growing conditions, these groups flower reliably year after year and usually do not require lifting every season.
When and Where to Plant Tulips?
Tulip bulbs are planted in autumn, from September until November, before the ground freezes. They grow best in a sunny or lightly shaded position with fertile, well-drained soil.
Tulips are ideal for flower borders, rock gardens, naturalistic plantings, containers and cut flower gardens. By combining varieties with different heights and flowering times, you can create colourful displays that remain attractive throughout the spring season.
Perfect Companion Plants
Tulips combine beautifully with other spring flowering bulbs and perennials. Some of our favourite combinations include:
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Grape Hyacinths – a timeless combination, where blue flowers beautifully complement colourful tulips.
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Anemones – creating soft, natural-looking spring displays.
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Daffodils – extending the flowering season with vibrant spring colour.
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Ornamental Alliums – taking over as tulips finish flowering, keeping the flower bed attractive well into early summer.
Gėlių Gija's Tip: To enjoy tulips for as long as possible, combine early, mid-season and late-flowering varieties in the same flower bed. This will provide up to 6–8 weeks of continuous colour. If you prefer tulips that can remain in the ground for several years, choose Darwin Hybrid or Triumph Tulips, as they are among the most reliable groups for long-term growing.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should tulip bulbs be planted?
The best time is from September to November, once the soil has cooled but before it freezes.
Do tulip bulbs need to be lifted every year?
Not all tulips need to be lifted annually. Darwin Hybrid and Triumph Tulips often perform well for several years in the same location under suitable growing conditions. Other groups may benefit from being lifted more regularly to maintain vigorous flowering.
Can tulips be grown in containers?
Yes. Botanical, dwarf and early-flowering tulips all perform exceptionally well in containers. Simply choose a pot with good drainage.
Are tulips suitable for cut flowers?
Yes. Triumph and Darwin Hybrid Tulips are especially valued for cut flower arrangements thanks to their strong stems and large, long-lasting blooms.
