lady tulip

Lady Tulip should be watered when the top inch or 2 of the soil is dry to the touch (1-2 times per week). Water until the soil is evenly moist, but not saturated or waterlogged. Watering too frequently can lead to root rot. The plant will also require more water during warmer months. Avoid getting water on the leaves, as it can cause them to rot.

Optimal sun exposure for lady tulips (Tulipa clusiana var. chrysantha) is 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight. During the late spring when flowering occurs, full-day sun is desirable; in summer and fall the plants can require more shade or a filtered sunlight to protect them from the intense sun. In colder areas, over wintering can be improved by adding extra protection in the form of mulching and/or shielding the plant from direct sun. Lady tulips thrive best in sunny or lightly-shaded areas.

Lady Tulip thrives best when given a thorough pruning once a year in early spring. This should be done right before the new season of growth starts in March. Start by removing any dead, damaged or diseased stems. Cut out any shoots that interfere with the natural shape of the plant. Then, cut the stems back to about 2-thirds of their original length. This will encourage new, vigorous growth for the upcoming season. Finally, trim the leaves to keep the foliage in an attractive shape. For best results, prune Lady Tulips annually in the early spring as part of regular maintenance throughout the growing season.