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Tulip
Tulipa spp.
Classic spring bulb in an enormous range of colors and forms. Plant in fall for spectacular spring color.
USDA Zones
3–8
Height
8"–2 ft at maturity
Bloom Season
April – May
Bloom Color
red, pink, yellow, white, purple, orange, bicolor
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun
6+ hours of direct sunlight daily
Soil Type
well-drained, fertile
Care Requirements
Water Needslow
Maintenancelow
EvergreenNo
Complete Care Guide
Plant tulip bulbs in fall, 6-8 inches deep, in well-drained soil. In zones 7-8, refrigerate bulbs for 6-8 weeks before planting.