Tulip turkestanica

Turkestan Tulip

Family: Liliaceae (Lily Family)

       

·        Hardiness Zones:  4-8

·        Height: 8-12 inches

·        Spread: 3 inches

·        Bloom Time: April

·        Bloom: up to 12 star-shaped ivory flowers with orange-yellow centers on each stem

·        Light: full sun

·        Soil: average, well drained

·        Moisture: protect from excessive wetness

·        Use: borders, rock gardens, naturalizing

·        Care: low maintenance

·        Concerns: bulb rot may occur in overly moist soils

·        Native to: Turkey

·        Notes: grey-green leaves; toxic to dogs, cats and horses; deer resistant

·        Supplier: Van Engelen Inc.

·        Teaching Garden Location & Code: Welcome Garden B143

 

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