Tulips -'Bojangles' - Artistic Rembrandt Garden Inspiration

Rembrandt tulips 'Bojangles' - purple and white marbled closed tulip flower. Grown from tulip bulbs.

Tulip ‘Bojangles’ dazzles with painterly streaks of red and yellow across elegant petals, recalling the dramatic style of classic Rembrandt tulips. Because of its artistic flair, it turns garden beds into living canvases that catch the eye from every angle. In addition, its mid-spring blooms pair beautifully with both solid and patterned tulip varieties. As a result, planting Tulip ‘Bojangles’ transforms ordinary borders into bold displays of color and creativity. Read up about all our plants here!

Planting Tips for Tulips

  • Choose a sunny location with soil that drains freely for best results

  • Plant bulbs 6–8 inches deep to protect them from cold winters

  • Allow 4–6 inches of spacing between bulbs for a natural yet airy effect

  • Water thoroughly after planting, since moisture encourages root growth

  • Add bone meal or balanced bulb fertilizer to boost spring flowering

Applications in the Garden

  • Pair with solid-colored tulips to highlight their unique painterly streaks

  • Use in artistic mass plantings to create a bold, Rembrandt-inspired garden palette

  • Plant in cutting gardens, since their dramatic blooms make statement arrangements

  • Border walkways with clusters of ‘Bojangles’ for a gallery-like spring display

FAQ for Tulips

When should I plant Tulip ‘Bojangles’?
Plant bulbs in fall, about 6 weeks before the ground freezes

How tall do they grow?
They typically reach 14–18 inches in height

Do they return each year?
They may return for several years, but tulips often perform best when replanted

Are they good cut flowers?
Yes, their striking patterns make them excellent for indoor bouquets

Plant Information & Grower Best Practices

Variety Name: Bojangles
Height: 18″
Hardiness Zone: 3-8
Sun or Shade: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Planting Season: Fall
Bloom Season: Mid – Late Spring
Bloom Cycle: Only blooms once
Bloom Duration: 1-2 weeks
Naturalizing?: No
Fragrant?: Yes
Planting Depth: 5″
Planting Density: 5 per sq. ft.
Deer Resistant: Yes

Troubleshooting Tulips

  • Fewer blooms may happen if bulbs are planted too shallowly

  • Rotting bulbs often result from soggy, compacted soil

  • Uneven color streaks can be natural but may also come from weak bulbs

  • Pest activity, such as squirrels, can be reduced with mesh or deterrents

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