Description

Tulip Mon Amour is an extraordinary late-flowering fringed double tulip, combining the opulence of a peony bloom with the intricate detailing of finely fringed petals. Each flower is a masterpiece: lushly layered petals in radiant golden-yellow. The outermost petals are finely serrated, giving the bloom a sparkling, lace-like finish when touched by sunlight. This rare marriage of double fullness and fringed delicacy makes Mon Amour stand out as both dramatic and elegant.

Flowering late in the tulip season, Mon Amour extends spring interest into May, bridging the gap between earlier tulip groups and the onset of summer perennials. Its height and sturdy stems allow it to perform strongly in Irish conditions, holding its shape against Atlantic winds and heavy spring showers. The fullness of the double flowers means biodiversity value is minimal, but in terms of design impact it is unrivalled — perfect for situations where spectacle and structure matter most.

In borders, Mon Amour works beautifully as a focal point, best massed in drifts where its fringed, ruffled blooms catch the light. It excels in containers for patios, courtyards, and entrances, where its intricate form can be admired up close. Landscapers and designers often use it for high-visibility civic planting schemes, particularly when paired with contrasting whites such as Tulip Maureen, deep purples like Negrita Double, or pollinator-supportive companions such as late-flowering Alliums and Camassia.