Tulipa Amazing Grace (Double Late Tulip)
Almost looking like a rose with its double set of petals, Tulip ‘Amazing Grace’ features peony-shaped blossoms packed with petals in a whorl of shades ranging from lavender to pink to rich rose, with flushes here and there of pale green. Blooming in late spring, Tulip ‘Amazing Grace’ is long-lived in both the garden and the vase.
Almost looking like a rose with its double set of petals, Tulip 'Amazing Grace' features peony-shaped blossoms packed with petals in a whorl of shades ranging from lavender to pink to rich rose, with flushes here and there of pale green. Blooming in late spring, Tulip 'Amazing Grace' is long-lived in both the garden and the vase. This pretty member of the Double Late Tulips introduces charm and romance with its multi-petalled flowers.
- Growing up to 16-18 inches tall (40-45 cm), this tulip creates dazzling harmonies with other flowering bulbs.
- Since the flowers can be damaged in extreme weather conditions (rain and wind), it is advisable to plant them in a sheltered location.
- 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 |
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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 | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |