Tulipa ‘Abu Hassan’ is a richly coloured and dramatic tulip variety, prized for its deep, velvety petals edged with a striking golden-yellow trim. Grown organically without synthetic fertilisers or pesticides, this tulip combines bold elegance with environmentally responsible cultivation, making it a superb choice for gardeners who want impactful spring colour with a lighter ecological footprint.
Blooming in mid to late spring, ‘Abu Hassan’ reaches a height of around 40–45 cm, making it ideal for borders, mixed spring displays, and containers. Its flowers are a sumptuous shade of burgundy-maroon, almost chocolatey in tone, with a contrasting fringe of bright yellow that catches the light beautifully. This vibrant contrast gives the blooms a glowing effect, particularly when backlit by the spring sun.
Like most tulips, it prefers a sunny, sheltered spot in well-drained soil. It thrives in sandy or loamy soils and dislikes sitting in overly wet conditions, especially during the dormant summer months. Plant the bulbs in autumn at a depth of around 10–15 cm and space them 10 cm apart. To keep displays vibrant from year to year, it’s a good idea to lift and store the bulbs after flowering if growing in heavy soil or containers.
While not known for naturalising as readily as some botanical tulips, ‘Abu Hassan’ puts on a spectacular one-season display and can return the following year if given the right care. Let the foliage die back naturally to feed the bulb for future flowering.
With its exotic colouring and organic origins, Tulipa ‘Abu Hassan’ is a standout variety that brings richness and sophistication to the spring garden, whether used in formal planting schemes or more relaxed, cottage-style borders. A beautiful choice for both cutting and garden display.
