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Sweet Sixteen Tulip Bulbs Pre-Order

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Tulip Sweet Sixteen - Warm Ballerina-Pink Blooms with Pale Edges (Pre-Order for Fall Planting)

Introducing Tulip Sweet Sixteen, one of the earliest pink tulips to grace your garden in the spring. This delightful new hybrid opens with warm ballerina-pink petals adorned with paler edges, gradually maturing to a luscious pale pink. Sweet Sixteen is known for its unique blooming pattern, where it starts blooming short as soon as the bud sets on the stem and continues to grow in height as it matures. This charming tulip is perfect for early border plantings, adding a soft and elegant touch to your spring garden.

Why Choose Tulip Sweet Sixteen?

  • Warm Ballerina-Pink Blooms: Sweet Sixteen’s blooms open in a warm ballerina-pink with paler edges, maturing to a delicate pale pink that enhances the beauty of your garden.
  • Early Spring Bloomer: As one of the earliest pink tulips to bloom, Sweet Sixteen brings the first signs of spring to your garden, creating a welcoming and vibrant display.
  • Unique Growth Pattern: This tulip blooms short at first, growing in height as it matures, making it an ideal choice for early border plantings where gradual growth is desired.
  • Emperor Tulip Class: As part of the Emperor Tulip class, Sweet Sixteen offers large, elegant blooms and reliable early spring performance.

Planting Information:

  • Bulb Size: A mixture of size 12 cm and 11/12 cm bulbs
  • Bloom Time: Mid-April
  • Height: Grows to a height of 10” to 12”
  • Sunlight: Thrives in full to partial sunlight
  • Soil Requirements: Prefers well-draining soil
  • Planting Depth: Plant bulbs 6” deep and 4” to 6” apart
  • Hardiness Zones: Suitable for zones 3-8

Pre-Order Information: Pre-order your Tulip Sweet Sixteen bulbs now to ensure they arrive in time for fall planting.

Add the graceful beauty and early spring charm of Tulip Sweet Sixteen to your garden. With its warm pink blooms and reliable performance, this tulip promises to be a delightful feature in your spring landscape for years to come.

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