Double Surprise Tulip
Tulipa 'Double Surprise'
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Double Surprise Tulip - 12 Pack Bulbs is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Double Surprise Tulip highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Spacing
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
Growing Zones 3-7
The Double Surprise Tulip (Tulipa 'Double Surprise') breaks all the rules when it comes to what a Tulip is supposed to look like! This full, feminine, and flirty spring-flowering Tulip is more of a quadruple than a double. We knew we had to add this phenomenal tulip to our selection, and we're so glad we did. As one of the newest and most spectacular varieties, it's only available in limited numbers.
The Double Surprise Tulip features Peony-like blooms that erupt with petals. These soft and festive blooms look more like crepe paper pom-poms than they do Tulips. With white, magenta, green, and light pink coloration, these late spring blooms will turn your yard into a surprise party just for you.
Nothing can get these balloon-sized blooms down! The Double Surprise Tulip has strong stems and lovely soft-green foliage. Thriving throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 7, these spring ephemerals can reach a fantastic height of around 16 inches tall.
Planting and Application:
You won't want to hide these charming blooms in your backyard or in container gardens and planters around the porch or patio. The amazing Double Surprise Tulip is happy to decorate your garden bed with a bright voluminous border. Or consider using it to host a garden party as a mass planting or as a spring bulb soiree by pairing it with yellows and reds. Double Surprise Tulip will set the scene in the indoor garden as well! Force indoors for a surprise winter delight on your dining table and in a bright sunny window!
Snip blooms from your outdoor plantings and create gorgeous bouquets and floral arrangements! You'll enjoy plenty of these blooms when you fill your perennial and cottage gardens with Double Surprise blooms! Pollinators are drawn to these blooms as well, plus curious neighbors coming to see how you got your spring flowers to grow some large! These long-lasting flowers make a splash as a cut flower and they often bloom just in time for Mother's Day.
- White & Raspberry-Colored Blooms
- Double Late Tulip - Abundant Inner Petals
- Great In Containers, Forced Indoors & Cut Flowers
- Pollinator Friendly
- Edging, Groupings & Naturalized En Masse
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Tulips love the sunshine, so full-sun regions of your landscape are ideal for planting your Golden Apeldoorns. Any soil type is suitable so long as it is not soggy. Deadhead after flowers fade, but let the leaves remain so they can make food for the bulb and next year's flowers! Not only is it strong, but it also has incredible endurance. Its blooms endure through spring showers and days of sunshine. Fall-planted bulbs need well-drained soil with moderate moisture needs. Add bulb fertilizer to each hole for best results.
- Full Sun For Strongest Growth
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Deadhead After Flowers Fade & Prune Mounds After Leaves Yellow
- Deer Seldom Bother Them
Don't miss out on the surprise and delight of your own Double Surprise Tulips. Order yours while Nature Hills Nursery still have them in stock. We will ship your bulbs based on the correct planting time for your area.
