Tulipa Pretty Princess (Triumph Tulip)
A sport of the popular Tulip ‘Prinses Irene’, Tulip ‘Pretty Princess’ features bright rose pink petals flushed on the outside with purple flames, Blooming in mid-spring, they are held on sturdy stems above broadly lance-shaped leaves trimmed with a thin creamy-white ribbon. Withstanding wind and rain, Tulip ‘Pretty Princess’ lasts well in the garden.
A sport of the popular Tulip ‘Prinses Irene’, Tulip 'Pretty Princess' features bright rose pink petals flushed on the outside with purple flames, Blooming in mid-spring, they are held on sturdy stems above broadly lance-shaped leaves trimmed with a thin creamy-white ribbon. Withstanding wind and rain, Tulip 'Pretty Princess' lasts well in the garden. A Triumph tulip.
- Growing up to 12-14 inches tall (30-35 cm), this tulip creates dazzling harmonies with other flowering bulbs.
- Performs best in full sun in rich, fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Prefers areas with cool winters and warm, dry summers.
- Easy to grow, this tulip is a welcomed addition to beds, borders, containers, or for forcing. For best visual impact, plant in groups (at least 10 to 15 bulbs) or mixed with any other flowering bulbs. Excellent as cut flowers!
- To be planted in fall.
- All parts may cause severe discomfort following ingestion and may cause an allergic skin reaction. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 3 – 8 |
|---|---|
| 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 | Tulipa – Tulips |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid) |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 4" (10cm) |
| Spacing | 4″ (10cm) |
| Depth | 7" (17cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |