Tulipa Andre Rieu (Single Late Tulip)
Tulip ‘Andre Rieu’ makes a sumptuous appearance in the garden with its pinky-purple flowers adorned with lovely creamy stripes on the inner petals and a blue heart
Tulip 'Andre Rieu' makes a sumptuous appearance in the garden with its pinky-purple flowers adorned with lovely creamy stripes on the inner petals and a blue heart! A fabulous sight in beds and borders or a vase! Blooming in late spring, this spectacular member of the Single Late Tulips group enjoys a sturdy, long stem that will withstand wind and rain!
- Growing up to 20 inches tall (50 cm), this tulip creates dazzling harmonies with other late-season flowering bulbs. Looks sensational against contrasting bright yellow perennials (euphorbia) or white and lemon-yellow tulips such as the fringed pure white 'Swan's Wings', the cream tulip suffused with purple 'Shirley', or the yellow lily-flowered 'West Point'.
- 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 |
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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 (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, Showy |
Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |