Tulipa 'Tinka' typically starts flowering in April.
miscellaneous tulip
Tulipa 'Tinka'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Offsets,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow with red outer tepals Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Tulipa 'Tinka' is a miscellaneous tulip that needs to be watered regularly. Twice a week should be sufficient to meet the water needs of the Tulipa 'Tinka'. Generally, it is best to water deeply, as this encourages deep root growth. To do this, thoroughly water the plant until the top inch of soil is moist. Allow the top of the soil to dry before the next watering, and add more water if needed. During hot summer days, the Tulipa 'Tinka' may require additional water to prevent wilting. Make sure to adjust your watering routine accordingly to avoid over or under-watering.
sunlight
Miscellaneous tulips (Tulipa 'Tinka') require full sun for at least 6 hours a day in order to thrive. They prefer the sun to be at its strongest during the peak of the day, ideally between 10 am and 4 pm. Interestingly, tulips also benefit from a few hours of light and warmth in the early morning and late evening, so long as the sun isn't at its hottest. Generally speaking, tulips prefer sunny climates and aren't tolerant of shade, although they can withstand a small amount during the midday hours.
pruning
Tulipa 'Tinka' should be pruned twice per year, starting in late spring and then again in early fall. Pruning helps keep the plants looking their best and encourages a healthy flush of blooms. In late spring, remove spent flowers and cut the foliage down to the level of just above the bulb when it has fully dried. After flowering, trim any new leaves to the desired shape about 1 inch above the ground. In early fall, once the foliage has died back completely, remove it and store the bulb in a cool dry place.