Description
Tulip Margarita (Pack of 3 Bulbs)
Tulipa Margarita
Please Note: These bulbs cannot be shipped to Western Australia or Tasmania due to biosecurity restrictions.
Romantic, lush, and architecturally beautiful, Tulip Margarita is a double early tulip with a genuinely distinctive character. This pack contains 3 premium Tulipa Margarita bulbs, each producing a full, multi-petalled bloom in warm rose-pink with a soft peachy-white base, where the outer petals are delicately fringed with a fine, feathery edge that gives each flower a painterly, decorative quality. The combination of the full double form and the fringed petal texture makes Margarita one of the most ornate and visually complex tulips available for home garden planting, and the short, sturdy stems of 30 to 40 cm make it particularly well suited to pots, windowsills, and sheltered formal beds where the intricate flowers can be appreciated up close.
Sourced from Trenton Cottage (https://trentondev.com), Margarita is a reliable early-season performer in Australian conditions, blooming in advance of most mid and late tulip varieties.
Product Highlights
• Bulb count: 3 Tulip Margarita bulbs per pack
• Flower colour: Rose-pink with soft peachy-white base, fringed petal edges
• Classification: Double early tulip (Division 2)
• Plant height: 30 to 40 cm
• Bloom time: August to September (early spring)
• Sun requirements: Full sun
• Soil type: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Frost tolerance: Hardy to hard frost
• Pre-chilling required: Yes, in subtropical and warmer regions
Planting Instructions
Plant tulip bulbs in late autumn between May and June. Margarita's compact height makes it an excellent container tulip. Plant 12 to 15 cm deep in the garden, or 10 to 12 cm deep in pots with excellent drainage. Flat base down, pointed end up, spacing 10 to 12 cm apart. In subtropical and warmer temperate regions, pre-chill bulbs at 4 to 7 degrees Celsius for 6 to 8 weeks before planting. Keep away from apples and other fruit during refrigeration.
Watering and Care
Water in after planting and allow rainfall to provide moisture through winter. Maintain good drainage at all times. Double early tulips such as Margarita are stocky and wind-resistant but benefit from a sheltered position to protect the intricate blooms from heavy spring rain. Treat as annual plants in most Australian conditions for best ongoing results.
Pruning Advice
Margarita is a highly decorative cut flower, with the fringed double blooms being particularly sought after for spring wedding and event arrangements. Cut in the morning before buds have fully opened. Remove spent flowers from garden plants promptly. Clear yellowed foliage once fully died back.
Climate Zone Guide
Cool and Alpine (ACT, VIC Highlands, NSW Tablelands): Excellent. Double early tulips are among the most dependable performers in cold Australian regions.
Temperate (Melbourne, Adelaide, coastal NSW): Good results with pre-chilling for 4 to 6 weeks in warmer temperate areas.
Subtropical (Brisbane, coastal QLD): Pre-chill for 6 to 8 weeks. Treat as annuals.
Tropical and Arid (Darwin, Far North QLD): Not recommended without artificial cold treatment.
Important Warnings
All parts of the Tulip plant are toxic to humans and animals if ingested. Bulbs are the most toxic part. Keep all tulip material away from children and pets. Wear gloves when handling to avoid skin irritation. Wash your hands thoroughly after planting. Seek medical or veterinary advice immediately if ingestion is suspected.
All orders ship from Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Where We Ship
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All over Australia, including WA & TAS. We do not ship seeds outside Australia.
Processing Times
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Order dispatch or packing time, 1 to 3 business days. Weekends and public holidays excluded. Transit time is additional.
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Western Australia orders are packed each Thursday and handed to Australia Post on Friday. Place WA orders before Wednesday 11:59 PM Sydney time for Friday dispatch.
Delivery Options and Prices
Standard Post and Parcels, Australia Post or courier
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Typical delivery time, 3 to 10 business days. Remote WA and NT may take longer.
| Order contents | Price |
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| Seed packets only, or any seeds or garden supplies up to 200 g | $3.95 |
| Upgrade seed packet delivery to tracked letter | Add $3.00 |
| Mixed items 200 g to 400 g | $5.95 |
| Mixed items 401 g to 2 kg | $10.95 |
| Mixed items over 2 kg, including seed potatoes, tubers, canes, rhizomes | $16.95 |
Free letter option for small seed orders
Seed packet orders under 1 g qualify for free untracked domestic letter shipping when the order value is $40 or more after discounts. Delivery for untracked letters may take 5 to 12 business days, sometimes longer.
Express Post and Parcels, Australia Post or courier
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Typical delivery time is 1 to 3 business days. WA, NT, TAS, and remote areas may take longer.
| Order contents | Price |
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| Seed packets only | $16 |
| Seed packets and bulk weight-based seeds up to 500 g | $19 |
| Bulk seeds 0 to 500 g | $19 |
| Bulk seeds 501 g to 1 kg | $21 |
| Bulk seeds 1.01 kg to 3 kg | $26 |
| Bulk seeds 3.01 kg to 5 kg | $45 |
| Bulk seeds 5.01 kg to 10 kg | $80 |
| Bulk seeds 10.01 kg to 15 kg | $120 |
Important for WA Express
We do not provide Express parcel service for WA orders because quarantine inspections delay delivery, which defeats the purpose of Express.
State Specific Requirements and Fees
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Western Australia, add $6 per order for Quarantine inspection. All WA seed orders go to Quarantine WA for inspection. Tracking (if any) is activated after inspection, which may take up to 10 business days from our packing date. Delivery within WA generally takes an additional 1 to 5 business days after release from Perth Airport.
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Tasmania, add $3 per order for Biosecurity paperwork. Maximum 1 kg per seed line item. Biosecurity Tasmania restrictions apply.
Tracking and Delivery
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You will receive a dispatch email with a tracking number when your order ships from our warehouse. Some small-value orders may ship as untracked letters.
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Signature on delivery is available. Add $5.95. If not selected, the carrier may leave the parcel in a safe place, your letterbox if it fits, or at a collection point. ID may be required for Registered or Signature services.
Delivery Timeframes and Late or Missing Orders
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Dispatch and delivery times are estimates. Events outside our control, such as weather or carrier delays, can affect timing.
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We use Australia Post guidelines to decide when an order is considered late or missing.
When an order is considered missing
| Service | Usual delivery time | Time before an order is counted as missing | Review period before replacement |
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| Economy delivery | 3 to 12 business days | 20 business days | 2 to 3 business days |
| Express delivery | 1 to 3 business days | 5 business days beyond Australia Post’s estimate | 2 to 3 business days |
Delivery guarantee
If your order is lost or damaged in transit, we will work with you on a fair resolution, which may include a full refund, an upgrade to tracked delivery at a subsidised rate, or a one-time replacement. If we resend an order, that replacement is final and is sent at your own risk. No further refund or replacement will be provided.
Important Notes
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We process orders after receiving cleared payment.
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Postage rates are per order. We may combine multiple orders to the same recipient at the same address into one shipment.
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Shipping charges are not discounted during product sales.
Need Help?
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Phone, 1800 733 399
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Business hours, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm NSW time (AEDT or AEST depending upon daylight savings)
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Address, PO Box 148, Riverstone NSW 2765
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ABN, 63 634 537 492
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you ship outside Australia
No. We only ship within Australia.
How long does Standard delivery take
Delivery typically takes 3 to 12 business days after your order is dispatched (remote WA and NT areas may experience longer timeframes). Orders are usually lodged with Australia Post the business day after packing, and delivery time is calculated from that lodgement date.
How long does Express delivery take
Most orders arrive in 1 to 3 business days. WA, NT, TAS, and remote areas may take longer.
Do WA orders have delays?
Yes. WA orders go through Quarantine inspection. Tracking activates after inspection.
Can I get a signature on delivery?
Yes. You can add a signature on delivery for $3.95.
When is an order considered missing
We follow Australia Post guidelines. See the timeframes above..
Estimate shipping
Shipping Restrictions
Shipping Restriction for WA Customers: To help us ship your order as quickly and efficiently as possible, please do not include any seed items prohibited in WA; they are listed with the label 'NOT to WA'. Due to quarantine restrictions in WA, there is a 10kg seeds limit per variety. WA orders require additional handling time. Please remain within an approved limit when ordering seeds. We review every WA order before dispatch and remove (or reduce) excess seed quantity from your order to comply with WA biosecurity regulations. Please check further information here
Tasmania Customers: We can ship seeds to Tasmania. Please do not include seed line items labeled 'NOT to TAS'. Please note that the maximum allowable limit per permitted seed line item is 1kg per order.