Tulipa Gudoshnik Double

The Gudoshnik Double late Tulip gives a stunning display in flowerbeds in May. Its very double and full flower, carried by sturdy stems, changes colour as it blooms. It opens in pale yellow, turns into soft orange-pink, then becomes vibrant pink, and finally bursts into flames of dazzling red. All these shades can be found on a fully developed flower. This recent variety will bring a beautiful touch of exoticism to the garden or bouquets.

The 'Gudoshnik Double' Tulip belongs to the lily family. Of horticultural origin, it is currently classified in the group of 'Early Doubles', whose main characteristic is to bloom at almost the same height, late in the season. 'Gudoshnik Double' is a fabulous novelty, evoking still lifes with bouquets from the Flemish 17th century. It will reach 45 to 50 cm (18 to 20in) when in flower. Perched on stems well above the widely lanceolate leaves, the long-lasting, very double flowers are in a tight cup shape, resembling silky peonies, each with its own personality. In a flowerbed, the flowers form a multicoloured and fascinating composition. It will flower in May, like a fireworks display under your windows to celebrate the end of the tulip season.

Late double Gudoshnik Double tulip fits well in large flowerbeds. It can also be planted in borders, rockeries, flower beds, pots and containers. This tulip will look beautiful on balconies and terraces. It goes perfectly with tall perennials and is ideal for creating elegant bouquets. In a vase, very little water at the bottom is enough! Moreover, if your tulips open too quickly, you can add two to three ice cubes to the vase every day. Tulips are unmatched for bringing spring colours to pots or sunny gardens. remember to consider the height and flowering period when designing your flowerbeds, as these can vary significantly from one cultivar to another. It is a good idea to plant a few more bulbs for beautiful long-lasting cut flowers.

About botanical species: Tulip species are found in most of the Old World, from Western Europe to China and Japan, through Eastern Europe, Asia Minor, and Central Asia. Their distribution area also includes North Africa and the Indian subcontinent. The centre of diversity of the genus is in the Pamir Mountains and the Hindu Kush and the steppes of Kazakhstan.

There are various wild species, many of which are endangered. They are either large tulips originally from crops, the most well-known being the Agen tulip (Tulipa agenensis), or small tulips found in wooded areas or among rocks in the mountains. In cultivation, these are called "botanical tulips," and one of the most common is the wild tulip (Tulipa sylvestris), which often used to grow in the shelter of vines and whose subspecies australis is known as the southern tulip.