Triumph tulip
Tulipa 'Blue Ribbon'
Common Name: Triumph tulip
Genus: Tulipa
Cultivar: 'Blue Ribbon'
Category: Bulbs, Corms, Tubers & Rhizomatous Plants
Growth Rate: Average
Features: Makes good cut flowers, Suitable for growing in containers
| Hardiness: Hardy | Height: 0.45 m (45 cm) |
| Sun/Shade: Full sun | Spread: 0.10 m (10 cm) |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous | Flower Colour: Purple, Lilac |
| Foliage Colour: Green | Flowering Period: April |
Soil Type: Normal/Loam or Sandy/Light or Chalky/Alkaline
Soil Moisture: Dry, well drained or Moist, but well drained
A classically shaped deep plum (not blue) coloured tulip which fades to lilac around the edges of the petals. Being a triumph tulip it is robust and has long lived flowers. Plant it up densely into pots so you can move it to a prominent spot on the patio when they are at their best.
- Garden care: In September to December plant bulbs 15-20cm deep and 10-15cm apart in fertile well-drained soil. Alternatively allow 7-9 bulbs per 30cm sq. After flowering dead-head and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser each week for the first month. Once the foliage has died down naturally lift the bulbs and store in a cool greenhouse.
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Queen of the Night Tulip
Tulipa 'Queen of night'
Triumph tulip
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