Tulip Orange Princess Tulip group Double late (11) Plant profile - Tulip Orange Princess back to category view all profiles Variety Tulip group Double late (11) Type Spring bulb Growing Conditions Free draining soil Plant Height 30-50cm Plant Spread 10-20cm Plant on/out Sept - Oct Sow Plant in Autumn Harvest Mid Spring Position Partial shade/ full sun Supplier Farmer Gracy Tasting notes and description Skin/eyes irritant. Harmful if eaten. Uses With its tightly packed petals, the fat blooms of double tulips look almost like peonies. As for the colour, the rich, warm orange draws the eye. Orange Princess tulips have a light, sweet scent.