Tulipa Prins Willem Alexander (Triumph Tulip)

Sweetly scented and radiantly beautiful! One of the best orange tulips, Tulip ‘Prins Willem Alexander’ or ‘Prince William Alexander’ features long-lasting (up to 3 weeks!), radiant orange blossoms with a strong and delightful fragrance

One of the best orange tulips, Tulip 'Prins Willem Alexander' or 'Prince William Alexander' features long-lasting (up to 3 weeks!), radiant orange blossoms with a strong and delightful fragrance. Blooming in mid-late spring, this glorious member of the Triumph Tulips also enjoys a sturdy stem that will withstand wind and rain! This tulip honors 'Prince William Alexander' who has now become the new King of the Netherlands.

  • Growing up to 20 inches tall (50 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,Late)
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, Fragrant, Showy
Garden Uses Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage