Species lady tulip
gold-red flowers with lime stems

lady tulip

Tulipa clusiana var. chrysantha

The lovely Lady Tulip (Tulipa clusiana var. chrysantha) is a stunning species of tulip with petals of golden-yellow, orange, and pale yellow. Native to the Korean Peninsula, Lady Tulips are fragrant and bloom during mid to late spring after surviving cold winter temperatures. They require well-drained soil and need to be exposed to direct sunlight in order to bloom. As a bonus, Lady Tulips are resistant to most bulb diseases and pests. Place these delightful flowers in the garden for a dramatic look and a stunning display of cheerful colors.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Offsets,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 7

Flowers:

Yellow and red Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

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.

sunlight

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.

pruning

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.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

The Lady Tulip typically starts flowering in April.

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