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tulipa tarda patch

Family: Liliaceae

Above: tulipa mixed patch, Below: tulipa tarda Use: meadows, rock gardens, berms, containers , beds
tulipa tarda

Plant: ephemeral, bulbous perennial

Origin: western Asia

Zone
: 4 - 8

Flowers
: , bright star or cup shaped in an array of colors

Foliage: strap-like, fades in June

Culture
: full sun in well drained soil. Do not water during summer dormancy. Species tulips are smaller, but more reliable year to year than large hybrids. Protect from rabbits and voles!



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