Pack of 10 bulbs

shipping time : Late September to Late October

Tulip ‘Dreamer’

Tulip ‘Dreamer’ lives up to its name—soft, romantic, and slightly otherworldly, as if conjured from a half-remembered dream. Its double blooms are generously petalled, opening layer by layer like a slow exhale. The coloring is gentle yet ever-shifting: pale apricot and blush pink at the base, merging into warm cream and soft peach with the faintest kiss of gold. As the flower opens fully, it seems to glow from within, as though lit by candlelight.

There’s a rare serenity to ‘Dreamer’—not flashy or overstated, but quietly sumptuous, like silk folded upon silk. It draws the eye not with contrast, but with cohesion, offering a harmony of tone and form that feels both refined and utterly effortless.

Flowering in late spring, ‘Dreamer’ reaches a height of around 16–18 inches (40–45 cm). Its stems are strong enough to carry the weight of its opulent blooms, yet never feel heavy or cumbersome in the planting. In groups, the effect is soft-focus and romantic—perfect for borders, pots, or cutting gardens that lean toward the painterly and poetic.

Position: Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Plant en masse to fully appreciate its subtle palette and softly undulating shape. ‘Dreamer’ benefits from neighbors that won’t compete—choose companions that allow its tones to glow, rather than shout.

Style tip: Pair with other soft-toned tulips such as Apricot Beauty or Angelique, or contrast with cool silver foliage to bring out its inner warmth. It also works beautifully with late narcissus or alliums, offering a transitional note as spring deepens.

Why it captivates: ‘Dreamer’ is a tulip of mood and memory—its color, form, and presence all designed to stir the senses gently. It feels like a flower caught in golden hour light—fleeting, warm, and quietly unforgettable. A tulip to plant where you pause and breathe.

How to Plant & Grow Tulips

Quick Planting Guide (for product card / at a glance)

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.