Tulip ‘Red Riding Hood’ – 12 Bulbs

Tulip ‘Red Riding Hood’ – 12 Bulbs (Size 10–11)

Striking scarlet blooms with dramatic foliage – a compact classic for front-of-border brilliance.

Tulip ‘Red Riding Hood’ is a standout Gregii tulip, renowned for its vivid scarlet-red blooms with a black base and attractive purple-striped foliage. Compact and bold, this variety grows to just 30cm (12") tall, making it ideal for fronts of borders, rock gardens, and containers.

Blooming in April to May, it’s as reliable as it is beautiful, and its eye-catching foliage provides extra interest even before the flowers open. Gregii tulips are known for their low stature, broad leaves, and strong weather tolerance, making them a favourite among gardeners looking for impact in small spaces.

Key Features:

• Flower Colour: Bright red with black heart

• Foliage: Purple-mottled, decorative even before flowering

• Flowering Time: April–May

• Height: 30cm (12")

• Bulb Size: 10–11 cm

• Symbolism: Represents eternal happiness and perfect love

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Planting Time: August onwards

• Planting Depth: 10cm (4")

• Spacing: 10cm (4")

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Supplied as a 12-bulb Pack by Taylors Bulbs – perfect for beds, borders, and patio containers.

Brighten your spring garden with the bold colour and ornamental foliage of Tulip ‘Red Riding Hood’ – compact, colourful, and full of character.