Tulip
Liliaceae HERB OUTDOOR Placement

Tulip

Tulipa

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Tulips are spring-blooming perennial herbaceous plants that develop from underground storage organs known as bulbs. They are widely cultivated for their brilliantly colored cup-shaped flowers.

Also known as: Garden Tulip

Safety Warnings

Toxic to Pets: Tulip bulbs contain toxins called tulipalin A and B, which can cause severe vomiting, drooling, and diarrhea in cats and dogs if ingested.
Toxic to Humans: Ingesting tulip bulbs can cause severe gastrointestinal distress, nausea, and vomiting in humans.

Growth & Dimensions

Height 15 - 70 cm
Width 10 - 25 cm
Growth Rate Moderate
Care Level Easy
Lifespan Perennial

Ideal Environment

Temperature -15°C - 25°C
Sunlight Hours 6 - 8 hrs/day
Sun Exposure Full sun
Soil pH 6 - 7
Watering Interval 7 - 14 days
Humidity 30.00% - 60.00%
USDA Zone 3 - 8

Temperate Zones

Climate: Requires a cold winter dormancy period to trigger spring flowering.

Soils: Loam Sandy loam Chalky
Annual Rainfall: 400 - 800 mm

Native Regions

Central Asia
Middle East
Mediterranean

Care Guide

Planting Depth and Timing

Plant tulip bulbs in the autumn, about 10 to 15 cm deep and 10 cm apart, in well-draining soil with the pointy end facing up.

Watering

Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil. During the growing season, water when the top few centimeters of soil feel dry.

Sunlight

Place bulbs in an area that receives full sun for at least 6 hours a day during the spring growing season.

Propagation Methods

Division

Separate the small offsets (bulblets) that form around the parent bulb in late summer after the foliage has died back, and replant them.

Common Diseases & Pests

Tulip Fire

Fungal
Symptoms:

Brown spots on leaves and flowers, twisted growth, and gray mold in damp conditions.

Treatment:

Remove and destroy infected plants immediately. Apply appropriate fungicides if necessary.

Prevention:

Rotate planting locations annually and ensure good spacing and air circulation.

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