Tulip La Belle Epoque | Luxury Double Early Tulip

Tulip ‘La Belle Epoque’ | Double Early Tulip

A true collector’s tulip and one of the most extraordinary colour forms in the tulip world, Tulipa 'La Belle Epoque' is treasured for its romantic antique tones and lush peony-style blooms. This exceptional double early tulip has become a favourite among florists, flower farmers, and garden designers thanks to its rare colour palette and luxurious appearance.

The richly layered double flowers open in soft shades of creamy caramel, pale apricot, dusty rose, and smoky peach-brown, while the outer petals are delicately brushed with deeper dusky rose tones. As the blooms mature, the colours continue to evolve, creating an ever-changing display filled with warmth and vintage elegance. No two flowers look exactly alike, giving bouquets and garden plantings an artistic, painterly quality.

Although more compact in height, ‘La Belle Epoque’ produces sturdy stems that perfectly support the heavy blooms, making it ideal for floral arranging and wedding work. The thick layers of petals create full, luxurious flowers with remarkable texture and excellent vase life.

Perfect for romantic cutting gardens, luxury spring containers, pastel garden palettes, and sophisticated floral designs, Tulip ‘La Belle Epoque’ brings timeless beauty and unique antique colouring to every spring display.

Plant Details

• Group: Double Early Tulip
• Botanical Name: Tulipa 'La Belle Epoque'
• Flower Colour: Caramel, apricot, dusty rose, smoky peach-brown
• Bulb Size: 11/12+
• Height: 30–40 cm
• Flowering Time: April–May
• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Suitable for: Pots, borders, containers, cut flower gardens, wedding work
• Life Cycle: Short-lived perennial

Growing Information

• Planting Time: Autumn
• Planting Depth: 10–15 cm
• Spacing: 8–10 cm apart
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Moisture: Moderate moisture, avoid waterlogging

Harvesting & Vase Life

Harvest stems when buds begin to colour but are still slightly closed for the longest vase life and best arranging quality. Tulips may also be harvested with bulbs attached and stored upright in a cool place for up to two weeks.

• Vase Life: 7–10 days
• Note: Tulip stems naturally continue to elongate in water, creating elegant movement in arrangements.

Why gardeners and florists love Tulip ‘La Belle Epoque’

• Extraordinary antique caramel colouring
• Fully double peony-style blooms
• Soft apricot, dusty rose, and smoky peach tones
• Unique colour-changing flowers
• Strong stems for bouquets and arranging
• Excellent vase life
• Premium cut flower tulip
• Perfect for wedding and floral design work
• Rare and highly sought-after tulip variety

Delivery Information

Tulip bulbs will be shipped for autumn planting season from late September to early October 2026, depending on weather conditions and bulb harvest timing.

Plant in autumn for an unforgettable spring display filled with texture, soft colour, and luxurious blooms. Perfect for gardeners and flower lovers looking for something truly special.