Tulip Casablanca | Fragrant Double Late Tulip

Tulip Casablanca | Fragrant Double Late Tulip

Bring timeless elegance to your spring garden with Tulip ‘Casablanca’. This luxurious double late tulip boasts large, rose-like blooms layered with creamy white petals gently kissed with golden-yellow and green hues on the outer edges. Each flower is full and rounded, creating a lush, peony-like effect that exudes classic beauty.

‘Casablanca’ is an excellent choice for borders, containers, and especially for cutting. Its pristine white blooms provide a refined and dramatic look both in the landscape and in arrangements. The delicate fragrance adds an extra layer of charm, making it a favorite for spring bouquets.

Planted en masse, these tulips create a serene, fairytale-like atmosphere in any garden. With strong stems and elegant form, they make a perfect backdrop for more colorful companions or can stand out solo as a statement of purity and grace.

Plant Details:

• Type: Double Late Tulip
• Height: Up to 50 cm
• Bloom Time: Late spring
• Color: Creamy white with golden and green touches
• Scent: Light, sweet fragrance
• Bulb Size: 11/12 cm
• Perennial: Yes (short-lived; best treated as annual for cutting gardens)
• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Planting Time: October–November
• Spacing: 8–10 cm apart
• Quantity per m²: Approx. 60 bulbs
• Ideal For: Beds and borders, cut flower gardens, containers and pots

Growing Information:

• Planting Time: Mid to late October
• Depth: Plant 10–15 cm deep
• Spacing: 8 cm apart
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, broad tolerance
• Suitable for: Containers, borders, cutting gardens
• Moisture: Moderate, avoid waterlogging
• Life Cycle: Perennial (treated as annual for cut flowers)

Harvesting & Vase Life:

• Harvest: When buds show color but are not fully open
• Storage: For longer storage, harvest with bulb attached and store upright out of water in a cool place for up to 2 weeks
• Vase Life: 7–10 days
• Note: Fresh stems will elongate in water; nestle deeper into arrangements initially for desired final height

Why Grow ‘Casablanca’?

For gardeners and florists seeking elegance, fragrance, and strong performance, Tulip ‘Casablanca’ offers unmatched purity and lush double blooms. Whether displayed in borders or cut for vases, its romantic charm transforms any space into a serene spring scene.