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Red Emperor Tulip-Emperor Variety-Bold Spring Color 100 in Box

Red Emperor Tulip-Emperor Variety-Bold Spring Color 100 in Box

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Tulip, Emperor, 'Red Emperor', Glowbulbs ing Red Information Page
Tulip, Emperor, 'Red Emperor', Glowbulbs ing Red

Tulip, Emperor, 'Red Emperor', Glowbulbs ing Red

Description

The 'Red Emperor' is a striking variety of Emperor Tulip known for its vibrant red blooms and sturdy stems. It is a popular choice for early spring gardens, providing a bold splash of color when few other plants are in bloom. This tulip is appreciated for its large, cup-shaped flowers and its ability to thrive in a variety of garden settings.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, containers, and cutting gardens. The 'Red Emperor' tulip is perfect for adding early spring color to your landscape and can be used in mass plantings for a dramatic effect.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Tulip, Emperor, 'Red Emperor', Glowbulbs ing Red
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Red Emperor' Emperor Tulip
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 12-18 inches tall
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Early spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Excellent
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Daffodils, Hyacinths

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant bulbs 6 inches deep in the fall
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Well-drained soil
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Loamy, sandy
  • Humidity Humidity: Average
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers to encourage growth
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect from extreme cold
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: 6 inches
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot
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