Highlights

Unique Selection – Features specially chosen Tulip ‘Magic Carpet’ varieties for exceptional colour and form.
Compact Growth – Dwarf tulips reach around 20cm (8") tall and spread to 10cm (4"), ideal for small spaces.
Spring Blooms – Flowers from April to May, bringing vibrant colour at the start of the season.
Versatile Planting – Perfect for rockeries, beds, borders, and patio containers.
Easy to Grow – Suitable for most well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Supplied as Bulbs – Ready to plant for a stunning spring display.

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Bring Spring to Life with Tulip 'Magic Carpet' Ground Cover Mix

Create a dazzling spring display with this mix of dwarf Tulip ‘Magic Carpet’ bulbs. Specially selected for their vibrant colours and compact forms, these tulips transform garden beds, rockeries, and containers into a living carpet of blooms from April through May.

Botanical Background: Tulips (Tulipa spp.) are classic spring-flowering bulbs known for their bold colours and reliable performance. The ‘Magic Carpet’ mix features dwarf varieties that thrive in UK gardens.
Growth Habit: Each plant reaches a neat height of around 20cm (8") and spreads to about 10cm (4"), making them perfect for dense ground cover or edging displays.
Flowering Period: Enjoy a profusion of blooms in mid-spring, just when your garden needs a burst of colour most.

Planting & Care Guide

When to Plant: Plant bulbs in autumn (September–November) before the first hard frost.
Where to Grow: Choose a sunny or lightly shaded spot with well-drained soil. Ideal for rockeries, beds, borders, and patio pots.
How to Plant: Set bulbs about 10cm (4") deep and space them closely together for a dense carpet effect.
Aftercare: Water well after planting. Once established, tulips require minimal care—allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering to feed next year’s blooms.
Pest & Disease: Generally trouble-free but protect from slugs and snails if necessary.

Design Ideas & Companion Plants

Create vibrant spring ground cover beneath deciduous shrubs or along paths.
Mix with other early-flowering bulbs like crocus or muscari for layered colour.
Add evergreen ground covers or ornamental grasses nearby for year-round structure.

FAQs

When is the best time to plant these tulip bulbs?
The best time is autumn—plant between September and November before the ground freezes.
Do these tulips come back every year?
Tulips are perennial but may naturalise best if left undisturbed in well-drained soil. For strongest displays, replant new bulbs each autumn.
What type of soil do they prefer?
Tulips thrive in well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged sites.