Lilac double tulip (Purple peony-flowered tulip) — Bulbs size 11/12
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Frequently asked questions
When should I plant lilac double tulip bulbs? Plant them from October to December, once the soil has cooled, 15 cm deep, for flowers in April and May.
How many lilac double tulip bulbs should I put in a pot? Allow 10 to 12 bulbs in a 30 cm pot, planted almost touching, for a pot that blooms like a bouquet of peonies.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🌷 Full, peony-like flowers • 💜 Lilac to purple shades • 🌿 40–50 cm stems • 🌤️ Flowers in April and May • 💐 Superb in bouquets • ☀️ Full sun • ❄️ Very hardy • 📏 Size 11/12 bulbs
The lilac double tulip ('Double Lilac') has full flowers made up of several rows of tightly packed petals, in shades from soft lilac to deeper purple: once open, they look more like peonies than tulips. In April and May they bloom on 40–50 cm stems. It is a European horticultural selection.
Each flower stays open longer than a single tulip, which makes them a safe bet for romantic borders and large pots. Among our flower bulbs, it is one of the most elegant for bouquets.
Which tulip should you choose?
- Lilac double tulip (this plant) — full, peony-like flowers, lilac to purple, 40–50 cm, in April and May. For a romantic border in a single shade.
- Mixed double tulips — the same full flowers, in a mix of reds, pinks, yellows and whites. For a very colorful border.
- 'Candy Purple Prince' Tulip — single purple and lilac flowers in a mix. For a lighter tone-on-tone of purples.
We also offer other double tulips, Triumph tulips and mixes: they are all presented in our tulip bulb collection.
A few lilac double tulips among single purple ones add volume to a border: their full flowers look like spring peonies.
How many bulbs do you need?
Double tulips make the biggest impact planted in tight groups: allow about 35 bulbs per square meter, or 10 to 12 bulbs in a 30 cm pot.
- 12 bulbs: one large pot on a balcony or terrace, or a group of about 0.35 m² in a border.
- 24 bulbs: about 0.7 m², or two large pots.
- 48 bulbs: about 1.4 m², for a flowering edge along a path.
- 96 bulbs: about 2.7 m², for a proper spring border or tulips to cut all through May.
The bigger the pack, the lower the price per bulb: the 96-bulb pack works out at less than half the price per bulb of the 12-bulb pack.
Planting & position
Plant tulips from October to December, once the soil has cooled, for flowers in April and May.
- Position: full sun; in partial shade the stems stretch and lean towards the light.
- Depth: 15 cm, pointed end up.
- Spacing: 10–15 cm between bulbs in the ground, 3–5 cm in pots.
- Soil: well drained; add sand to heavy soil, as the bulb rots in waterlogged ground.
- Hardiness: down to -25 °C in the ground, no protection needed.
Their full flowers get heavy when wet: plant them out of the wind, against a low wall or hedge, to keep the stems nice and straight.
Watering & care
In the ground, rain is enough. In pots, check the moisture with the finger test before each watering.
- Watering: low — at planting, then in pots when the potting mix is dry on the surface, especially while the buds are forming.
- Feeding: not needed in the ground; in pots, a bulb fertilizer as the leaves appear.
- Faded flowers: cut the flower off just below the head as soon as it drops its petals, leaving the stem and leaves.
- After flowering: let the foliage turn yellow where it is for six weeks; it rebuilds the bulb’s reserves.
Bulbs tire faster in pots: plant them out in the garden after flowering and put fresh bulbs in the pot in autumn.
Styling ideas & plant pairings
Their full lilac flowers bring a romantic feel to borders and sunny balconies alike, as shown in our guide to plants for a sunny balcony.
- For a white carpet at their feet, plant Muscari 'White Magic' — its small white spikes flower in April and brighten the lilac of the tulips.
- For a light, fragrant border, pair them with Narcissus 'Thalia' — its white flowers brighten the border in April, ahead of the double tulips.
- To keep the purple going until June, mix them with Allium 'Purple Sensation' — its purple globes take over as the tulips fade.
- For a patio version, plant 10 to 12 bulbs in the white Elho Greenville Round pot, Ø30 cm — the white sets off the lilac of the flowers, and the drainage holes prevent standing water.
In a pot, plant the bulbs almost touching, tip to tip: you’ll get a compact bouquet that bursts into flower all at once.
Verdeia tips
- Wait for the soil to cool: ideally plant from late October. In soil that is still warm, tulip bulbs are more prone to disease.
- Cut them in bud for the vase: pick tulips in the morning, when the bud is colored but still closed. They last a week in the vase and make a really full bouquet.
- Add a few bulbs every autumn: double tulips flower again, but the blooms get smaller over the years. A few fresh bulbs each year keep a border well filled.
Technical details
- Botanical name: Tulipa 'Double Lilac', double tulip
- Common name: lilac double tulip, peony-flowered tulip
- Family: Liliaceae
- Origin: European horticultural selection
- Delivered as: dry bulbs, size 11/12 (11 to 12 cm in circumference), in packs of 12, 24, 48 or 96
- Height in flower: 40–50 cm
- Flowering: April to May, full, peony-like flowers, lilac to purple
- Planting: October to December, 15 cm deep
- Position: full sun
- Watering: low
- Hardiness: down to -25 °C
- Soil: well drained
- Life cycle: perennial, flowers again for a few years
- Care: very easy
- Toxicity: toxic to pets and children if ingested
- Decor style: Romantic / Spring garden / Bouquet
Every bulb is unique: the shade of lilac and the flowering date vary naturally from bulb to bulb and with soil and climate.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.