Wayside Gardens 'Affaire' Tulip Bulbs
Best choice for gardeners seeking early-blooming, low-maintenance spring color.
These tulips bridge the gap between early-season charm and the structural integrity of a heavy-duty hybrid. You trade the traditional rounded petal shape for a striking, angular aesthetic that holds up beautifully in both garden beds and cut arrangements.
$15.95
Who it's for
- Quality-focused growers wanting reliable, vigorous bulb performance
- Gardeners seeking unique textures and high-impact floral displays
- Planners looking to extend color between spring and summer
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in areas with high squirrel or vole populations
- Budget-conscious shoppers preferring mass-market bulb pricing
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting permanent, self-sustaining perennial displays
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
The striking ivory and pink-violet contrast creates a sophisticated garden focal point.
Hardiness Range
Robust performance across zones three through eight ensures reliable seasonal returns.
Structural Integrity
Darwin Hybrid genetics provide exceptional stem strength against spring wind and rain.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, garden borders, or as elegant cut flowers.
Ease of Cultivation
Low-maintenance requirements make these bulbs ideal for both novice and expert.
Bloom Reliability
Guaranteed first-year flowering provides immediate gratification for the spring landscape.
Key Specs
SKU
36460-PK-10
Pack Size
10 bulbs
Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
Mature Height
18 inches (45.72 cm)
Mature Width
6 inches (15.24 cm)
Light Requirement
Full Sun / Partial Sun
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Planting Depth
8 inches (20.32 cm)
Deer Resistant
False
Pollinator Attracting
False
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