Tulip 'Apeldorn' (1ltr Pot Size) Bulbs in Pots
Tulip 'Apeldorn' (1ltr Pot Size) Bulbs in Pots
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Quick Guide
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Bold scarlet-red flowers with classic tulip shape and strong colour impact
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Tall, sturdy stems ideal for pots, borders, and spring displays
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Excellent weather resistance holds form well in wind and rain
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Reliable perennial performance returns year after year when planted out
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Perfect spring statement bulb for patios, entrances, and garden beds
Tulip ‘Apeldoorn’ is one of the most recognisable and dependable red tulips for spring displays. Its rich, vivid scarlet flowers sit proudly on tall, upright stems, creating a confident and architectural presence whether planted in pots, planters, or garden borders. The flowers have a classic tulip silhouette, opening gently in sunshine while maintaining strong structure even in less settled spring weather.
As a potted bulb, ‘Apeldoorn’ is ideal for instant impact on patios, balconies, doorways, and terraces. Its bold colour pairs beautifully with softer spring tones — think pale yellow Narcissus, creamy Hyacinths, white Muscari, or cool blue Forget-me-nots. In borders, it works particularly well woven through fresh green perennials or underplanted with spring bedding to extend seasonal interest.
This is a tulip that brings clarity and confidence to planting schemes. Whether used as a single-colour statement or as part of a layered spring composition, ‘Apeldoorn’ delivers strong colour, height, and reliability, making it a favourite for gardeners seeking a polished spring look.
Plant Care
Tulip ‘Apeldoorn’ thrives in garden beds, borders, and containers placed in full sun to light shade. For pots, choose a well-drained planter from Boma’s garden pot collection and fill with bulb fibre compost such as Miracle-Gro Bulb Fibre to encourage strong roots and flowering. Ensure containers have drainage holes and avoid waterlogging.
Water regularly during active growth, keeping compost lightly moist but never saturated. Feed every two weeks with a balanced liquid feed from Boma’s plant food range once buds appear. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally to replenish the bulb for next year.
For striking displays, combine with other spring bulbs like Narcissus or Muscari, or try lasagna planting by layering later tulips above early bulbs. When planting out, use a hand trowel or bulb planter, and keep an eye out for slugs and aphids in early spring growth.
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EAN code031072
- Flower ColourRed
- Foliage ColourGreen
- ScentMedium
- Care GuideEasy
- Growth RateFast
- Drought TolerantNo
- Award of Garden MeritNo
- Bee FriendlyYes
- Soil PHNeutral
- Pot Size Litre1
Delivery Areas
We deliver within the M25 area of London. For deliveries of Pots & Planters outside this zone, we may be able to help on a case-by-case basis — please contact our sales team at [email protected]. You are also welcome to visit our garden centre in Kentish Town, where our team will be happy to help in person.
Delivery Costs & Delivery Day
Delivery charges are based on postcode zone within the M25. Enter your postcode at the top of this page to see your zone and cost, or check at checkout. You can also select your preferred delivery day at checkout.
Delivery Timeframes
We aim to deliver orders within 2–4 working days. During peak seasons, such as Christmas, delivery times may vary slightly due to increased demand. We will keep you informed at every stage.
Third-Party Couriers
For London postcodes outside a 5-mile radius of our Kentish Town garden centre, we may occasionally use a third-party courier for delivery. In these cases, we try our best to still deliver the items in the requested delivery time slot but please be aware that occasionally this may not always be possible and is out of our control.
Click & Collect
We encourage you to collect from our garden centre in Kentish Town — it saves on delivery costs and gives you the chance to see our full range of plants and products in person.
All Click & Collect orders must be collected within 7 days of being ready, unless a later date has been arranged with us in advance. If an order is not collected within this time, it will be cancelled and a refund issued.
Returns Policy
If you need to return an item, please contact us within 14 days of receipt to arrange a return or exchange. Products must be in their original condition and packaging. Plants may be non-refundable unless they arrive damaged or defective.
Items bought in-store or collected can be returned directly at the garden centre. If you would like us to collect a return and it is in good condition (e.g. you have changed your mind), it must be in its original condition, and the same delivery cost will apply for the return.
Plants marked as reduced for end-of-season clearance are non-refundable, as they are sold specifically to clear stock. This does not apply to special offers or multibuy promotions, which are eligible for returns as per our standard terms.
Questions about delivery or returns? Email [email protected] or call +44 (0) 20 7284 4999.
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