Tulipa humilis ‘Alba Coerulea Oculata’ (Botanical Tulip)

Such a delicate beauty! Tulipa humilis ‘Alba Coreulea Oculata’ is refined with its goblet-shaped white flowers, pointed petals, and deep blue heart. A real delight in the garden with its starry flowers opening to expose their steel-blue heart in full sun! Quite short, this gem still makes a striking impact! Flowering in early-mid spring, this small but spectacular tulip is a member of the Botanical Tulips and is quite versatile in the garden.

• Growing up to 4-6 inches tall (10-15 cm), this tulip naturalizes easily and will come back year after year!
• Performs best in full sun to light shade, in rich, fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils.
• Easy to grow, this tulip is a welcomed addition to beds, borders, edging, rock gardens, or naturalized (grassy) areas. For best visual impact, plant in groups (at least 15 bulbs).
• To be planted in fall.
• All parts may cause severe discomfort following ingestion and may cause an allergic skin reaction. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

A symbol of spring, tulips are the most popular spring bulbs; 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, divided into fifteen groups, mostly based on the tulip’s flower type, size, and blooming period.

Botanical Tulips: it is generally assumed that about 150 wild species exist in an area running roughly from Central Asia to Spain and Portugal. These are real early birds: they bloom before any other tulips. They catch the eye not only because of their extra early flowering but also because of their inflorescence and cheery range of colors. In addition, the flowers’ graceful opening and their pretty foliage make them attractive before, during, and after flowering. In other words, Botanical tulips are simply bursting with nice characteristics.