Viridiflora Tulips
Viridiflora Tulips, Spring Bulbs, Spring Flowers (Tulipa)
At this time, Viridiflora Tulips form the least significant of the tulip groups. Many gardeners looking for unusual plants, however, quickly find what they want in this group. What makes these tulips so fascinating is that their petal color includes green, in stripes or flames on the back of the petals. Their overall bloom shape is cupped, to about 3 inches across (7 cm). Blooming in late spring, these spectacular tulips enjoy long-lasting blooms (3 weeks!) and look ravishing in a vase!
- Growing up to 16-20 inches tall (40-50 cm), these beauties create dazzling harmonies with other late season flowering bulbs.
- They perform best in full sun to partial shade, in rich, fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Prefer areas with cool winters and warm dry summers.
- Easy to grow, these tulips are welcomed additions to beds, borders, containers. For best visual impact, plant in groups (at least 10 to 15 bulbs) or mixed with any other flowering bulbs.
- To be planted in fall.
- Eating may cause severe discomfort and may cause a skin allergy.
A symbol of spring, tulips are the most popular spring bulbs and most gardeners reserve them a spot in the garden or in containers. Grown for their attractive, vibrantly colored flowers, there are currently over 3,000 registered varieties, which are divided into fifteen groups, mostly based on the flower type, size and blooming period of the tulip.
Guide Information
Hardiness |
3 - 8
|
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8
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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 | Tulipa - Tulips |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 4" (10cm) |
Spacing | 4" (10cm) |
Depth | 7" (17cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Guide Information
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 | Tulipa - Tulips |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 4" (10cm) |
Spacing | 4" (10cm) |
Depth | 7" (17cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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