Pack of 10 bulbs

shipping time : Late September to Late October

Tulip 'Copper Image'

Tulip ‘Copper Image’ is a tulip of warm, glowing elegance—its coppery orange petals layered richly like a treasure chest of autumn light. As a Double Late Tulip, it opens in May, offering a lush, full bloom that brings a fiery yet refined warmth to the late spring garden. Its petals carry subtle hints of gold and bronze, catching the sunlight and shimmering softly with every gentle breeze.

The height of ‘Copper Image’ is around 18–20 inches (45–50 cm), with strong, upright stems that carry the generous, peony-like flowers with poise and grace. This tulip thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for borders, containers, or mass plantings where its vibrant, glowing color can truly shine.

Position: Best planted in full sun and well-drained soil. Performs beautifully in formal borders or mixed with perennials for a warm, harmonious late spring display.

Style tip: Pair ‘Copper Image’ with deep purples like ‘Sambuca’, soft creams such as ‘Maureen’, or smoky mauves like ‘Négligée’ for a sophisticated palette rich in autumnal tones. Its warmth and fullness also make it a standout cut flower, adding texture and radiant color to bouquets.

‘Copper Image’ is a tulip that embodies both vibrancy and elegance—a glowing jewel for those who want their garden to burn softly with late spring’s last golden light.

How to Plant & Grow Tulips

Quick Planting Guide

Planting time: Fall, after soil has cooled (September–November, depending on climate)
Soil: Well-draining, fertile, sandy or loamy
Depth & spacing: 6–8" deep, 4–6" apart
Light: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily)
Bloom: Mid–spring (varies by variety: early, mid, or late spring)

Step-by-Step Planting Instructions

1. Prepare the bulbs
Tulip bulbs are plump, teardrop-shaped, with a pointed tip.
Plant in fall once soil has cooled but before the ground freezes.

2. Choose the planting site
Select a sunny spot with well-draining soil — tulips dislike soggy ground.
They grow beautifully in borders, beds, containers, or naturalized in grassy areas.
Improve heavy soil with compost and sharp sand or grit.

3. Plant the bulbs
Plant bulbs 6–8" deep and 4–6" apart.
Pointed tip faces upward.
Water well after planting to settle soil.

4. Growing on & care

• Watering: Little water is needed over winter. In spring, keep soil lightly moist during active growth and bloom.

• Feeding: Apply a balanced bulb fertilizer at planting and again when shoots emerge in spring.

• Mulching: A light mulch layer protects bulbs from winter temperature swings.

5. Bloom time
Tulips bloom from early to late spring depending on the variety.
Flowers range from classic single cups to fringed, peony-flowered, or parrot styles, in nearly every color.

6. After flowering
Deadhead spent blooms to prevent seed formation.
Leave foliage intact until it yellows and withers — this allows the bulb to recharge.
In many climates, tulips perform best as annuals — replant fresh bulbs each fall for the strongest displays.
In well-drained soil, some perennialize and return for several years.

Tips for Success

• Plant in groups of 10+ for the best impact.

• Combine early, mid, and late-season varieties for weeks of continuous bloom.

• Tulips are excellent in containers — layer with other spring bulbs for a “bulb lasagna” effect.

• Protect from rodents by lining planting holes with chicken wire or using bulb cages.