Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Lilac Wonder Tulip, Deciduous Perennial of The Day
Tulipa bakeri 'Lilac Wonder'
Tulip
Type Perennial
Hardy range 6A to 8A
Height 4" to 6" / 10cm to 15cm
Spread 4" to 6" / 10cm to 15cm
Growth rate Average
Form Upright or erect
Exposure Full sun
Persistence Deciduous
Hardy range 6A to 8A
Height 4" to 6" / 10cm to 15cm
Spread 4" to 6" / 10cm to 15cm
Growth rate Average
Form Upright or erect
Exposure Full sun
Persistence Deciduous
Bloom Color Purple
Bloom Time Spring
The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.
Bloom Time Spring
The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.
Environment
This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.
This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.
Leaf Color Green
Culture Notes
Lifting and replanting of bulbs is recommended every 2-3 years in the fall to prevent crowding. Tulips prefer a moist, but well-drained soil.
Lifting and replanting of bulbs is recommended every 2-3 years in the fall to prevent crowding. Tulips prefer a moist, but well-drained soil.