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Tulips do quite well in containers. The size of the container would depend on the number of bulbs you plan on using. But as a rule, tulips in containers can be planted nearly side by side in a clump and then you would want about 3 inches or more bigger than the circumference of this clump. These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/tulips/tulips-care-and-tulip-planting-tips.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/tulips/fertilizing-tulips.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/tulips/care-of-tulip-bulbs-in-containers-in-the-winter.htm