Tulipa Queen of Marvel (Double Early Tulip)

Long-lasting, the large, cherry pink blossoms of Tulip ‘Queen of Marvel’ resemble roses or peonies with their double row of petals delicately pale pink edged. This fascinating Double Early Tulip is also sweetly fragrant and will add sparkles to the garden in early – mid-spring.

Long-lasting, the large, cherry pink blossoms of Tulip 'Queen of Marvel' resemble roses or peonies with their double row of petals delicately pale pink edged. This fascinating Double Early Tulip is also sweetly fragrant and will add sparkles to the garden in early to mid-spring. You may want to create lovely colorful bouquets in your beds, borders, or containers and combine 'Queen of Marvel' with other fabulous Double Early Tulips.

  • Growing up to 14 inches tall (35 cm) on sturdy stems, it will proudly withstand April's showers!
  • By itself or mixed with other bulbs or perennials, it will bring happy dashes of colors to your beds or borders.
  • 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, and containers. 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 (Early,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, Fragrant, Showy
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage