Blue Spectacle Tulip Bulbs – Double Late Purple Flowers

Make a rich, dramatic statement in your spring garden with Blue Spectacle tulips. Deep violet-purple petals with a blue sheen unfold into fully double, peony-like flowers, adding sumptuous texture to borders and fresh-cut bouquets. Despite the name, these blooms are violet-purple rather than true blue.

Picture a cluster of lavish purple flowers rising above spring foliage, or a few stems arranged in a simple vase where their layered petals can take center stage. Plant in groups for concentrated color, or pair with white tulips for a crisp contrast.

Why Grow Blue Spectacle?

• Fully double blooms: Layered petals create a full, peony-like appearance.
• Rich flower color: Deep violet-purple with a blue sheen.
• Double Late tulip: Adds color toward the later part of the spring tulip season.
• Garden height: Approximately 20 inches, depending on conditions.
• Cut-flower appeal: A striking choice for fresh spring arrangements.

Bulb Details and Pack Sizes

• Bulb size: 12 cm and up.
• Available packs: 10 bulbs or 25 bulbs.
• Supplied as: Bulbs for planting, not live potted plants or cut flowers.
• Listed hardiness: USDA zones 3–7.
• Bloom season: Late spring; the original variety information lists late April, with actual timing dependent on local climate.

Fall Planting Guide

• Location: Full sun to light shade.
• Soil: Well-drained soil; avoid areas where water collects.
• Depth: Approximately 6–7 inches deep to the base of the bulb.
• Spacing: Approximately 5 inches apart in garden beds.
• Position: Place bulbs pointed end up.
• After planting: Water to settle the soil around the bulbs without leaving it waterlogged.

Plant in fall when conditions are suitable for your area. For containers, use a pot with drainage holes and a well-drained growing mix.

Care After Flowering

Water as needed during active growth and allow excess water to drain freely. Leave foliage in place after flowering until it yellows and dies back naturally, then remove the dried leaves. Avoid keeping dormant bulbs wet.

Growing in Warm-Winter Areas

Tulips require winter chilling for good flowering. In mild-winter locations, pre-chilling may be needed before planting; confirm whether bulbs have already been chilled and follow supplier guidance. Plant when soil has cooled, and consider a site with morning sun and light afternoon shade. Treat tulips as seasonal flowers where reliable reblooming is unlikely. This listing does not promise pre-chilled bulbs or guaranteed repeat flowering.

Important: Tulip bulbs are for ornamental planting, not eating. Keep bulbs away from children and pets.