Tulip 'Mocha Mist'

Tulip 'Mocha Mist' is a richly atmospheric double tulip, with layered petals in smoky rose, burnished coral, warm apricot and mellow mocha tones. A natural mutant of Tulip 'Chocolate Brown', it shares that deliciously dusky depth, but adds a softer, mistier glow, as though the whole flower has been lit by late afternoon sun. The large, peony-like blooms of Tulip 'Mocha Mist' are full of movement, with gently ruffled petals curling and folding into one another. Planted among airy white biennials, lilac flowers or silver foliage, Tulip 'Mocha Mist' brings a beautifully painterly finish to the spring garden.

For the best display, plant Tulip 'Mocha Mist' in generous groups through borders, large containers or cutting beds, where its complex colouring can be properly appreciated. It is especially effective with deep plum tulips, soft pinks and pale blue spring companions, creating a scheme that feels elegant without looking over-polished. Give this tulip a sunny, sheltered position and fertile, well-drained soil, and its sturdy stems will carry those plush blooms with impressive poise. Tulip 'Mocha Mist' also makes a striking cut flower, lending arrangements a warm, antique richness. Refined, moody and quietly extravagant, Tulip 'Mocha Mist' is spring drama with excellent manners.