Tulip Gudoshnik Double

This specific double-flowered cultivar is not at all suitable for drying. Its giant flowers have a large number of petals, which are also very succulent. If you were to try to dry them, they would not be able to maintain their shape, would lose their attractive color, and would very likely soon begin to rot or mold. You will enjoy the beauty of this species most in the flower bed or as a freshly cut flower in a vase.

You can look forward to them early in the spring, usually during April and May. The Gudoshnik Double variety produces huge, double blooms that reach the size of an orange when fully open. The flowers are fantastic for their variability – playing with a rich palette of red, orange, and yellow shades. Each bloom is a complete original. Their very pleasant fragrance further complements the overall visual impression.

In general, double-flowered varieties, such as Gudoshnik Double, are not the main attraction for pollinators. The abundance of petals makes it difficult for bees to access the pollen and nectar. Therefore, if you are looking for a plant that will make your garden buzz with insects, this tulip will not be the primary choice. Its main feature is a stunning visual effect, giant colorful flowers, and a beautiful scent.

The Gudoshnik Double tulip belongs to the category of short-lived perennials. While you can leave the bulbs in the ground for several years in a row and they will sprout again in the spring, if you want to maintain the largest giant blooms and prevent the spread of diseases, experienced gardeners recommend carefully digging up the bulbs after the leaves have completely yellowed (usually at the beginning of July). Store them in a dry, dark place over the summer, and then replant them in rested soil in the autumn.

To achieve a truly rich, energetic, and cheerful carpet full of warm colors, we recommend maintaining a spacing of 10 to 15 cm between individual bulbs. If you are planning a more expansive and massive planting, count on an optimal density of roughly 50 to 70 bulbs per square meter. Given that each flower has a slightly different shade, their beauty stands out best when a larger quantity is planted at once.

The bulbs of this beautiful tulip are planted directly into the soil in the autumn, ideally in the months of September, October, or November, before the ground freezes. The recommended planting depth is 10 to 15 cm. We supply our customers with the largest available bulbs (size 12/+), which have plenty of stored nutrients. Remember to plant them with the tip pointing upward and cover them with soil.

Tulips require moderate watering. During spring sprouting and growth, keep the soil slightly moist, but ensure it is never waterlogged. If spring is very dry and there is no rain, give them water occasionally. Conversely, after flowering, as soon as the leaves begin to turn yellow and dry out naturally, gradually reduce watering completely. At that time, the bulbs are entering their summer dormancy and will mature better in dry conditions.

You do not need to worry at all; this tulip is extremely frost-hardy. It can withstand temperatures down to an incredible -40 °C without any harm (it falls into hardiness zone 3a). The bulbs will survive the winter in the soil completely without problems and without the need for any special winter protection or covering with evergreen branches. The winter cold is actually physiologically necessary for them to start up and bloom beautifully in the spring.

The bulbs of this tulip should be planted exclusively in the autumn, ideally in the months of September, October, and November, before the soil freezes permanently. We supply our customers with high-quality, large bulbs that are ready for immediate planting into flower beds. Always plant them at a depth of 10 to 15 centimeters and ensure the tip of the bulb is pointing upward. If planting multiple bulbs together, leave a gap of 10–15 cm between them to create a beautiful, lush carpet.

Do not dig up the bulbs for the winter. The 'Gudoshnik Double' variety is a highly frost-resistant perennial that can withstand temperatures down to -40 °C. Therefore, the plant does not need any special winter covering and will easily survive even the harshest frosts in the ground. Winterizing is therefore not a concern for you at all.

After flowering, you can trim off the dried remains of the flower to prevent the plant from exhausting itself by producing seeds, but let the leaves turn yellow and dry out naturally in the garden bed. This process is absolutely crucial. The plant draws important nutrients back from the leaves into the bulb underground so that it has enough strength to bloom the following year. Only when the leaves are completely dry can you carefully remove them.

To achieve a rich effect and a dense carpet of flowers, we recommend maintaining spacing of 10 to 15 centimeters between individual bulbs. If you are planning a mass planting in a larger bed, count on needing approximately 50 to 70 bulbs per square meter. Group planting will beautifully highlight the variable colors of the variety.

No, growing them is very easy and even a complete beginner can handle it. The plant does not require any pinching or shaping. It forms an upright, stable stem on its own. Your only task is to plant the bulb at the correct depth and provide it with well-drained soil. Then, in the spring, you can just admire how the large peony-like flowers gradually open.

Tulips require moderate watering, especially during sprouting and spring flowering in April and May. Keep the bed evenly but only slightly moist. It is very important to avoid constant waterlogging. That is why they require well-drained soil – if the bulbs stand in mud or long-term moisture, they will quickly start to rot.

Gudoshnik Double tulips will demonstrably thrive best in a sunny spot or light partial shade. They love humus-rich, loamy, and above all, well-draining soil. It is very important that the soil is not permanently waterlogged, as the bulbs could begin to rot. If you have heavy clay soil in your garden, we recommend adding a little sand or fine gravel to the bottom of the planting hole for better drainage.

Yes, that is a great idea and the result looks fantastic. Choose a sufficiently deep and spacious pot that has drainage holes at the bottom so that water does not collect inside, especially in the winter months. Use well-draining soil and plant the bulbs at exactly the same depth as you would in a flower bed (10 to 15 cm). Even though the plant is fully frost-hardy, soil in a container freezes faster than open ground in the garden. During the harshest frosts without snow cover, we recommend wrapping the pot in a layer of burlap.

Definitely! This variety is absolutely ideal for cutting. Thanks to their sturdy stems, which grow to a height of 30 to 45 cm, the plants do not need any support and have excellent vase life. The giant, double, and luxurious-looking blooms add amazing volume to any floral arrangement. As a bonus, they are sure to delight you at home with their subtle, aromatic scent.

If your bulbs arrive and outdoor conditions are not yet ideal for planting, store them in a dry, dark, and cool place, such as a ventilated garage or a dry cellar. It is important that they are kept away from moisture, which could trigger premature sprouting or mold. It is best to keep the bulbs in a paper bag or a breathable crate until the right autumn time for planting arrives.

Botanically, the tulip is a short-lived perennial. In practice, this means that it blooms very richly for the first few years after planting, but over time, the original mother bulb may weaken and break down into smaller, non-flowering daughter bulbs. It is therefore quite common and recommended to rejuvenate the bed after a few seasons by planting new large bulbs so you can enjoy the full beauty of the giant blooms once again.

Because tulip bulbs are a major attraction for field voles, the most reliable protection is planting them in plastic or wire planting baskets. You bury these special baskets in the ground along with the bulbs. The roots grow out easily and the stems sprout upward in the spring without any issues, but hungry voles cannot get through the protective barrier to reach the bulb itself.