Parrot Tulips

Exotic Parrot Tulips: From Cabanna To Flamingo Queen
Parrot Tulips come in a wide range of varieties, each with its own distinctive appearance and character. For instance, the exceptionally rare ‘Cabanna’ produces extra-large blooms in creamy white, delicately streaked with green and soft pink. This variety is perfect for gardeners wishing to add a bold, dramatic touch to their borders. By contrast, the ‘Flamingo Queen®’ showcases elegant, soft pink, cup-shaped flowers with subtle white highlights and green streaks.

There are many more varieties to choose from, all with feathered petals adding their own unique charm to your garden. From gentle pastels to bright, vivid shades, there is a Parrot Tulip variety to suit every style.

Creative Ways To Combine Parrot Tulips In Your Garden
Parrot Tulips look spectacular on their own, but they are equally effective when combined with other plants to create harmonious and captivating designs. To achieve a striking garden bed, try planting Parrot Tulips alongside other Tulips in complementary colours. Bright reds, oranges and yellow Tulips – or even dramatic black Tulips – make the perfect backdrop for the flamboyant tones of the Parrot Tulips, further enhancing their vibrancy.

You can also mix Parrot Tulips with other spring flowers such as Daffodils, Hyacinths or yellow Crocuses to achieve a layered and dynamic arrangement. The contrast of colours and textures makes the display even more eye-catching. Additionally, planting them in pots or containers allows you to experiment with combinations and reposition them easily to find the ideal effect.

How To Plant Parrot Tulip Bulbs For The Best Effect In Your Garden
Planting Parrot Tulips is straightforward, but using the correct technique ensures the very best outcome. So let’s get started.

For best results, choose a site with well-drained soil that receives direct sunlight and is sheltered from strong winds. The ideal planting time is from early autumn through to November, giving bulbs sufficient time to establish roots before winter. Plant the bulbs approximately 12 centimetres deep and space them 10–15 centimetres apart. After planting, water lightly to settle the soil. Protect the bulbs over winter with a 5–7 cm layer of organic mulch such as shredded bark or pine needles.

When shoots appear in the spring, remove the mulch. At this stage, water weekly until the flowers fade. With proper care, your Parrot Tulips will reward you with vibrant, dramatic blooms in mid to late spring. Would you like to know more? Read our article ‘How To Grow Tulips?’ for more tips.

Where Can I Buy Parrot Tulips? At DutchGrown!
If you would like to introduce vibrant, exotic beauty to your garden, high-quality Parrot Tulip bulbs are an excellent place to start. At DutchGrown, you will find a carefully curated collection of the very best Parrot Tulips, chosen for their size, vigour and ability to deliver stunning blooms. We guarantee top quality, giving you the best possible results in your garden. Enjoy our collection and find the Tulip bulbs to elevate your spring planting. We deliver across the UK.

Frequently Asked Questions About Parrot Tulips

What Do Parrot Tulips Symbolise?
Parrot Tulips symbolise resilience and the will to survive, as they originated from a natural mutation. Like all Tulips, they also represent deep, pure love, but with a unique twist. Their different colours carry additional meanings: for instance, white Tulips signify forgiveness and respect.

Will Parrot Tulips Come Back Every Year?
Parrot Tulips are technically perennials, but they do not reappear reliably unless growing conditions are ideal. For this reason, many gardeners treat them as annuals. For consistent displays year after year, consider planting Darwin Hybrid Tulips, renowned for their hardiness, vivid colour and ability to thrive in a wide range of climates.

How Tall Do Parrot Tulips Grow?
The height of Parrot Tulips depends on the variety. DutchGrown supplies bulbs of the highest quality, with a top bulb size of 10–12 cm, producing striking flowers that typically grow between 40 and 50 cm tall – a stunning addition to any garden.

How Do You Take Care Of Parrot Tulips?
Parrot Tulips require little fuss when it comes to watering. Follow these care instructions: these striking blooms dislike excess moisture, so it is best to let natural rainfall do most of the work. Once green leaves and buds appear, only water if there has been no rain for three to five days. This guidance applies throughout the growing season.