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Spring-flowering bulbs
Liliaceae
‘Sweet English Rose’ Floral Harmony
Tulipa spp.
Sweet English Rose brings together bright a gradient of peach-apricot cream ivory pale yellow and violet-purple tones three-coloured assorted double late tulips to brighten containers and beds in late spring Full blooms create a bouquet effect as soon as they open Their about 50 cm height suits the front or middle of a border Grouped planting makes a stronger display than scattered bulbs Strap-shaped foliage remains discreet beneath the flowers The blend works for cutting naturalizing and container culture Humus-rich freely drained soil supports persistence These bright three-coloured assorted double late tulips combine easily with perennials and may return for many years when foliage is allowed to ripen completely after flowering This selection therefore brings colour contrast and horticultural flower form within easy view These a gradient of peach-apricot cream ivory pale yellow and violet-purple tones tulips remain attractive both.
- Quantity
- 14 units
- Exposure
- Full sun to light partial shade
Discover the plant
Common nameAssorted peach-apricot, cream, ivory, pale yellow, and violet-purple tones tulips
FamilyLiliaceae
GenusTulipa
TypeSpring-flowering bulbs
Botanical nameTulipa spp.
‘Sweet English Rose’ Floral Harmony (Tulipa spp.) — ‘Sweet English Rose’ Floral Harmony combines twelve size 12/+ double late tulip bulbs with opulent flowers resembling small peonies. The palette blends peach-apricot, cream, ivory, and pale yellow with petals edged or brushed in violet-purple. Some purple markings expand as blooms mature, creating an attractive progression of colour. Upright stems reach about 50 cm in late spring. These horticultural cultivars belong to the genus Tulipa in the Liliaceae family. Planted together, the fourteen bulbs form a dense romantic bouquet effect in a bed, refined border, or large container, where the richly layered flowers remain easy to appreciate from close range.
Plant ‘Sweet English Rose’ from September through November in cool, humus-rich, fertile, loose, freely drained soil. Choose full sun or light partial shade, preferably sheltered from strong winds that may bend the large double blooms. Set each bulb pointed end upward 12 to 15 cm deep and space them about 10 cm apart. Water after planting to settle the soil, then allow seasonal precipitation to maintain moderate moisture. In containers, use a deep frost-resistant pot with open drainage holes and a porous growing mix. An irregular arrangement distributes the pastel and violet shades naturally throughout the display while preserving adequate room for healthy roots and emerging stems.
After flowering, remove fading blooms before seeds form, but allow foliage to yellow completely. This ripening period lets bulbs rebuild reserves, although many double late tulips provide their most consistent display in the first year. Place ‘Sweet English Rose’ in a cottage garden, near an entrance, or in a container visible from the patio. Forget-me-nots, white grape hyacinths, and silver foliage emphasize its peach, cream, ivory, and violet palette. For bouquets, cut stems as buds begin to open while retaining enough leaves. All parts, especially bulbs, are toxic if eaten, so keep stored packages away from children and pets and wear gloves if tulip sap irritates sensitive skin.
Planting guide
Plant well.Grow beautifully.
Spacing / density
Space approximately 10 cm (4 in) apart
Best planting time
September to November, before the ground freezes
Propagation
Bulbs; division of offsets during dormancy
Growing method
Plant Sweet English Rose in fall in full sun or light partial shade. Prepare humus-rich, loose, freely drained soil, then set bulbs 12 to 12 to 15 cm deep and 10 to 12 to 15 cm apart. Arrange them in odd-numbered groups for a natural bouquet effect. Choose a site where excess water drains quickly and loosen the soil below the base of the bulbs. Set every bulb pointed end upward without heavily compacting the soil. Water after planting to remove air pockets; fall rain and snow then supply most seasonal moisture. In spring, maintain even moisture while leaves and flower stems lengthen, without allowing standing water. A light mulch moderates temperature. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizer, which promotes leaves at the expense of flowers. Remove faded blooms before seeds form, but retain all green foliage until it yellows naturally. Clean tools and discard soft, injured, or diseased bulbs. In containers, check frequently that drainage holes remain open. Reduce watering gradually as foliage ripens. During dormancy, relatively dry soil limits rot. Divide clumps only when they become crowded and flower less, then promptly replant healthy offsets. Wear gloves while handling bulbs because their sap may irritate sensitive skin, and store unopened packages away from children and pets.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Slightly acidic to neutral
Minimum temperature
Cold hardy in colder Canadian regions in drained soil; give containers extra protection
Care level
Easy
Watering
Water after planting, then maintain even moisture during spring growth without saturating the soil. Reduce irrigation as foliage yellows and keep the dormant bulbs relatively dry to limit rot. In spring, check the soil beneath mulch instead of following a fixed schedule. Water deeply when the upper few centimetres become dry, then allow excess to drain. Pots require more frequent monitoring than garden soil, especially while flower stems lengthen.
Soil type
Humus-rich, loose, freely drained soil that stays moderately moist in spring and becomes drier after foliage ripens. Avoid heavy depressions where water collects around bulbs. Before planting, incorporate mature compost into poor soil and fine grit or mineral amendment into heavy ground. An open structure lets roots establish in fall and protects bulb bases during winter thaws. On slopes, place bulbs where runoff cannot expose their roots or wash fine soil from the planting pocket.
Fertilization
Incorporate mature compost or low-nitrogen bulb fertilizer at planting, then apply a light dose in early spring. Avoid high-nitrogen products that encourage leaves rather than flowers. Spread fertilizer across the root zone without placing granules directly on bulbs or young shoots. Follow the manufacturer’s rate, because excessive feeding produces soft foliage, increases damage risk, and never replaces adequate drainage. Water after feeding so nutrients move evenly into the active root zone.
Seasonal care
After bloom, remove only faded flowers and let every green leaf rebuild reserves until it yellows completely. Do not tie the foliage. Choose a site where excess water drains quickly and loosen the soil below the base of the bulbs. Set every bulb pointed end upward without heavily compacting the soil. Water after planting to remove air pockets; fall rain and snow then supply most seasonal moisture. In spring, maintain even moisture while leaves and flower stems lengthen, without allowing standing water. A light mulch moderates temperature. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizer, which promotes leaves at the expense of flowers. Remove faded blooms before seeds form, but retain all green foliage until it yellows naturally. Clean tools and discard soft, injured, or diseased bulbs. In containers, check frequently that drainage holes remain open. Reduce watering gradually as foliage ripens. During dormancy, relatively dry soil limits rot. Divide clumps only when they become crowded and flower less, then promptly replant healthy offsets. Wear gloves while handling bulbs because their sap may irritate sensitive skin, and store unopened packages away from children and pets. Watch for slugs around emerging shoots and avoid moving bulbs during active growth. A discreet marker protects the dormant group during summer garden work and makes future division easier. After several seasons, note flower density so division is planned only when performance genuinely declines.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Pot at least 30 to 35 cm (12 to 14 in) in diameter
Choose a frost-resistant container at least 30 cm deep with several open drainage holes. Use humus-rich potting mix amended with drainage material. Set bulbs 12 to 12 to 15 cm deep without touching, then water to settle the mix. Keep the pot cold so bulbs receive their winter rest. Choose a site where excess water drains quickly and loosen the soil below the base of the bulbs. Set every bulb pointed end upward without heavily compacting the soil. Water after planting to remove air pockets; fall rain and snow then supply most seasonal moisture. In spring, maintain even moisture while leaves and flower stems lengthen, without allowing standing water. A light mulch moderates temperature. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizer, which promotes leaves at the expense of flowers. Remove faded blooms before seeds form, but retain all green foliage until it yellows naturally. Clean tools and discard soft, injured, or diseased bulbs. In containers, check frequently that drainage holes remain open. Reduce watering gradually as foliage ripens. During dormancy, relatively dry soil limits rot. Divide clumps only when they become crowded and flower less, then promptly replant healthy offsets. Wear gloves while handling bulbs because their sap may irritate sensitive skin, and store unopened packages away from children and pets.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
About 50 cm
Width / spread
Variable with bulb number and spacing
Flower color
Peach-apricot, cream, ivory, pale yellow, and violet-purple
Foliage color
Blue-green
Foliage type
Deciduous strap-shaped foliage disappearing after ripening
Growth rate
Rapid spring growth after fall rooting
Bloom period
Fragrant late spring flowering with a gradient of peach-apricot, cream, ivory, pale yellow, and violet-purple tones large cup-shaped blooms. Flowers open in succession and suit both cutting and close garden viewing near paths or entrances. Cool weather often prolongs bloom quality, while a warm spell shortens the display. Cut stems early in the morning for bouquets and always leave enough foliage in place to replenish the bulbs. Display length varies with temperature, wind, and direct afternoon sun.
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Grape hyacinths, squills, primroses, forget-me-nots, coral bells, and late-emerging perennials accompany flowering without excessive bulb competition. Choose plants that enjoy similarly drained soil and moderate spring moisture. Companions should emerge late enough to let tulip leaves receive the light they need. Avoid deep digging around dormant clumps; mark their position and top-dress with compost instead. A succession of foliage maintains the display after flowering. Low companions may fill spaces between bulbs without shading the ripening leaves. Their contrasting flower shapes emphasize the large cup-shaped blooms, while later perennial growth conceals the bed as tulips enter summer dormancy.
Plants to avoid
Avoid aggressive plants and dense groundcovers that smother foliage before it ripens
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
When should Sweet English Rose be planted in colder Canadian regions?
Plant bulbs in fall when nights become cool and the soil remains workable, generally from September into November depending on region. Actual soil condition matters more than a fixed date. Planting too early may encourage premature growth, while planting after freeze-up limits rooting. Choose a day when the ground is neither frozen nor waterlogged. Set every bulb pointed end upward 12 to 12 to 15 cm deep, water to settle the soil, then add light mulch after sustained cold arrives. In containers, focus on protecting the pot from rapid freeze-thaw cycles while keeping drainage holes open throughout winter. This fall preparation gives roots enough time to establish before deep winter cold arrives.
How deeply and how far apart should the bulbs be planted?
Set bulbs about 12 to 12 to 15 cm deep, measured from the bulb top to the soil surface, and space them 10 to 12 to 15 cm apart. The rule of two to three times bulb height remains useful when sizes vary. Plant slightly shallower in improved heavy soil and somewhat deeper in sandy ground exposed to temperature swings. Point the growing tip upward and rest the flatter base on loosened soil. Group bulbs in odd numbers for a natural effect without allowing them to touch. In containers, also retain several centimetres of mix beneath developing roots and enough headspace above for watering.
Will Sweet English Rose assorted double late tulips return?
Tulips are generally reliable perennial bulbs when the site is bright and drained and foliage is allowed to ripen completely. After bloom, remove only faded flowers and retain leaves until they yellow naturally. The foliage rebuilds reserves needed for the following year. Avoid excessive watering during dormancy and high-nitrogen fertilizer. If a clump becomes crowded and flowers less after several years, lift it after foliage ripens, separate healthy offsets, and replant them promptly. Individual large cup-shaped blooms may vary slightly from season to season according to light, temperature, and the vigour of each bulb, while the overall a gradient of peach-apricot, cream, ivory, pale yellow, and violet-purple tones palette remains characteristic.
Can all fourteen bulbs be grown in one container?
Yes. Choose a frost-resistant container at least 30 cm deep with several drainage holes. Use humus-rich potting mix amended with drainage material. Set bulbs 12 to 12 to 15 cm deep, close enough for a bouquet effect but not touching. Water after planting, then prevent only complete drying before freeze-up. The pot must remain cold for winter rest while being protected from excessive rain and repeated thaws. In spring, increase watering gradually as shoots emerge and place the container in abundant light. Rotate it periodically if light comes from one direction so sturdy flower stems remain balanced rather than leaning strongly. Label the pot so emerging spring shoots are recognized and protected during cleanup.
What should be done after Sweet English Rose flowers?
Remove faded flowers before plants spend energy producing seed, but do not tie or cut green leaves. Let them capture light until they yellow and detach easily, often several weeks after bloom. Continue moderate watering if spring is dry, then reduce it during dormancy. Nearby perennials can conceal the space. If a clump becomes very crowded and flowers less, lift it after foliage yellows, separate offsets, and replant them promptly. Wear gloves because toxic bulbs and sap may irritate skin, and discard any soft or diseased bulb rather than returning it to the bed or adding it to a home compost pile.
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