Foxtrot Fusion combines the double early tulips ‘Foxtrot’ and ‘Foxy Foxtrot’. Together they produce richly doubled flowers in shades of pink, apricot, coral and soft red. Their compact habit and similar spring flowering period create a cohesive display rather than a mix of plants with widely differing heights.
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Liliaceae
Foxtrot Fusion Floral Harmony (Tulipa ‘Foxtrot’ and ‘Foxy Foxtrot’)
Tulipa ‘Foxtrot’ and ‘Foxy Foxtrot’
Foxtrot Fusion combines 12 ‘Foxtrot’ and ‘Foxy Foxtrot’ double early tulip bulbs with richly petalled flowers in pink, apricot, coral and soft red. Compact and colourful, they perform beautifully in borders, containers and fresh spring bouquets.
Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness
Zones 3 to 8
Difficulty level
Easy
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Family
Liliaceae
Type
Ornamental flowering bulb
Cycle
Bulbous perennial
Foxtrot Fusion Floral Harmony (Tulipa ‘Foxtrot’ and ‘Foxy Foxtrot’) combines 12 double early tulip bulbs in a warm palette of pink, apricot, coral and soft red. Their densely petalled, rounded flowers resemble miniature peonies and create a rich mass of spring colour. Compact stems reach approximately 30 cm (12 in), giving the blend a balanced, substantial appearance that works especially well in borders and containers. Blue-green foliage surrounds the developing flowers before naturally declining later in the season. Cold-hardy, these tulips tolerate northern winters when planted at an appropriate depth in well-drained soil, making them suitable for Quebec and Canadian gardens.
Plant the bulbs in full sun or partial shade in light, fertile and especially well-drained soil. Planting is best done from September through November after the soil has cooled but before it freezes deeply. Set each bulb with the pointed end facing upward at a depth of 100 to 120 mm and space them approximately 10 cm (4 in) apart. Water lightly after planting, then maintain moderate moisture during active spring growth and flowering without saturating the soil. A light application of bulb fertilizer in early spring is generally sufficient. After flowering, remove spent blooms if desired and allow the foliage to yellow completely before cutting it back so the bulbs can replenish their reserves.
Foxtrot Fusion is especially effective in pastel beds, low borders, spring containers and plantings near entrances where its double flowers can be appreciated at close range. Group the bulbs together for a generous massed effect or combine them with white grape hyacinths, spring anemones and softly coloured pansies. The compact stems and richly doubled flowers also perform well in fresh bouquets, where their rounded form resembles miniature peonies. Blooms may receive visits from pollinating insects, although very double cultivars generally provide fewer accessible floral resources than single-flowered tulips. Tulips are not edible and may be toxic to household pets, with the bulbs presenting the greatest concern if chewed or ingested.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
Spacing of approximately 10 cm (4 in)
Best planting time
September to November, after the soil cools and before freezing
Propagation
Bulbs
Growing method
Plant the bulbs in fall with the pointed end facing upward, 100 to 120 mm deep in loose, fertile and well-drained soil. Space them approximately 10 cm (4 in) apart and water lightly to settle the soil. In spring, maintain moderate moisture during active growth and flowering without allowing standing water. Fertilize lightly if soil fertility is low. After bloom, remove spent flowers if desired, but leave the foliage until it has yellowed and dried completely so the bulbs can replenish their stored energy before summer dormancy.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Soil pH
Slightly acidic to neutral
Hardiness zone
Zones 3 to 8
Minimum temperature
Approximately -40 °C
Watering
Moderate during active growth and flowering; avoid waterlogged soil
Soil type
Light, fertile, loose and well-drained
Fertilization
Light application of bulb fertilizer in early spring if needed
Seasonal care
In fall, plant the bulbs in loose, well-drained soil once soil temperatures begin to cool. Water lightly after planting if the ground is dry. In spring, allow shoots to emerge naturally and provide regular but moderate moisture throughout active growth and flowering. A light application of bulb fertilizer can be made as growth resumes if the soil is poor. After flowering, remove spent blooms to limit seed formation, but leave all green foliage intact. Wait until the leaves have yellowed and dried naturally before removing them. During summer, greatly reduce watering and avoid locations that remain consistently wet around the dormant bulbs, as excess moisture can reduce their ability to persist.
Container growing
A controlled environment.
Recommended pot size
Minimum 25 to 30 cm (10 to 12 in) deep
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
Pink, apricot, coral and soft red
Foliage color
Green to blue-green
Foliage type
Deciduous, basal and seasonal
Growth rate
Fast in spring
Bloom period
Early to mid-spring
Maximum height
30 cm (12 in)
Maximum width
15 cm (6 in) per bulb
Garden associations
What to plant with it.
Good companions
White grape hyacinths, spring anemones, pastel pansies and low spring bulbs
Avoid planting with
Waterlogged soils, poor drainage and highly competitive plants
Beds, borders, containers and cut flowers
Frequently asked questions
Everything toknow.
Plant the bulbs from September through November, ideally after the soil has cooled but before it freezes deeply. This timing permits fall root development and then exposes the bulbs to the winter chilling needed for spring growth. Avoid planting too early in soil that is still warm and excessively wet.
Yes. Its compact height of approximately 30 cm (12 in) is particularly well suited to pots and planters. Use a container at least 25 to 30 cm (10 to 12 in) deep with excellent drainage. Position it in full sun or partial shade and provide additional protection from severe winter cold.
Yes. Their dense, rounded double flowers add considerable volume to spring bouquets despite their relatively compact stems. Harvest when the buds begin to show colour. Avoid removing excessive foliage, however, because the leaves are needed to rebuild the bulbs’ energy reserves after flowering.
No. Like other tulips, ‘Foxtrot’ and ‘Foxy Foxtrot’ contain irritating and toxic compounds that are especially concentrated in the bulbs. Dogs, cats and other animals likely to chew or dig up the plants should not have access to them. Keep unplanted bulbs out of their reach as well.
Its strengths, naturally.
Not recommended for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
