Parrot tulips are the most vibrant tulip flowers, perfect for adding a bold touch to your garden or creating a stunning tulip bouquet
Parrot tulips are among the most striking and dramatic tulip flowers, with their flamboyant, ruffled petals and vibrant colors. These unique flowers stand out in any garden, adding a touch of exotic beauty and a sense of grandeur.
Parrot tulips are easily recognizable by their large, frilled, and feathered petals, which often have a twisted or curled shape. These tulips are known for their:
Vibrant Colors: Parrot tulips come in a dazzling array of colors, including bold reds, oranges, yellows, pinks, purples, and greens. Many varieties are bi-colored or tri-colored, with petals that blend or contrast strikingly with each other.
Unique Petals: The petals of parrot tulips are deeply cut, giving them a fringed or feathered appearance. This unique feature makes them stand out among other tulip varieties.
Height: Parrot tulips typically grow to 14 to 26 inches (35 to 65 cm), depending on the variety. Their tall, sturdy stems make them excellent for garden displays and cut flower arrangements.
Bloom Time: These tulips bloom in late spring, often after most other tulips have finished flowering. Their late bloom time adds a burst of color to the garden when other plants may be beginning to fade.
Parrot tulips have a rich history that dates back to the 17th century, a time when tulip breeding was at its peak in Europe, particularly in the Netherlands. These tulips are thought to have arisen from mutations of single late tulips and Triumph tulips.
The name “parrot” comes from the tulip’s unusual, feathered, and fringed petals, which resemble the plumage of exotic birds.
During the height of Tulip Mania in the 1630s, parrot tulips were among the most sought-after varieties, prized for their extraordinary appearance. Over the centuries, breeders have continued to develop and refine parrot tulips, resulting in a wide range of colors and forms available today.
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Bulbs |
Plant Family | Liliaceae |
Genus | Tulipa |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 4" (10cm) |
Spacing | 4" (10cm) |
Depth | 7" (18cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Landscaping Ideas | Patio And Containers, Edging, Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Bulbs |
Plant Family | Liliaceae |
Genus | Tulipa |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 4" (10cm) |
Spacing | 4" (10cm) |
Depth | 7" (18cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Landscaping Ideas | Patio And Containers, Edging, Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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