Tulipa Cilesta (Double Early Tulip)
With long-lasting, double rows of bright scarlet red petals feathered with golden-yellow, Tulip ‘Cilesta’ draws attention in the early – mid spring garden. Its wide, colorful blossoms do not need to open up to make an impression. A wonderful Double Early tulip for your beds, borders, or containers. Excellent to create ravishing bouquets too.
With long-lasting, double rows of bright scarlet red petals feathered with golden-yellow, Tulip 'Cilesta' draws attention in the early – mid spring garden. Its wide, colorful blossoms do not need to open up to make an impression. A wonderful Double Early tulip for your beds, borders, or containers. Excellent to create ravishing bouquets too.
- Grows up to 16 inches tall (45 cm).
- 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 | 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 |