The Tulip Garden

Tulips are one of the most popular flowers in the world, with over 2,500 varieties produced in the Netherlands every year.

This book presents a unique collection of rare and coveted tulips at Blacklands, the magnificent English garden of tulip expert Polly Nicholson. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the cultivation of the species, the historical tulips of Dutch and English florists, and annual garden tulips. The book presents the flower's rich cultural history with growing tips, and revives varieties dating back to the sixteenth century.