Tulip 'Merlot', Lily-Flowered Tulip 'Merlot', Lily-Flowering Tulip 'Merlot', Lily-Flowered Tulips, Spring Bulbs, Spring Flowers
Noted for its luxurious color, Tulip ‘Merlot’ features exquisite, deep cup-shaped carmine purple flowers with pointed petals spreading outwards. Reminiscent of a glass of Merlot red wine, the rich glowing color of this tulip adds sparkle to the mid to late spring garden.
A symbol of spring, tulips are the most popular spring bulbs and most gardeners reserve them a spot in the garden or 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.
What makes Lily-Flowered Tulips different from other varieties are their slender flowers with often pointed, recurving petals. The flower stems are thin and not very sturdy, making them susceptible to wind damage. Most bloom in late spring, and a few in mid-spring. Some make good cut flowers, others are fragrant. But all are incredibly beautiful and should be considered in your seasonal plantings. They typically grow up to 16-24 in. tall (40-60 cm).
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 |
Common names | Tulip |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, 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 |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
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 |
Common names | Tulip |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, 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 |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
How many Tulipa ‘Merlot’ (Lily-Flowered Tulip) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Tulipa ‘Merlot’ (Lily-Flowered Tulip) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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