Tulipa Big Smile (Single Late Tulip)

Enormous, Tulip ‘Big Smile’ is a gorgeous tall tulip with large goblet-shaped bright golden-yellow flowers which are considered one of the best yellow tulips.

Enormous, Tulip 'Big Smile' is a gorgeous tall tulip with large goblet-shaped bright golden-yellow flowers which are considered one of the best yellow tulips. Blooming in late spring, this impressive member of the Single Late Tulips group enjoys a sturdy, long stem that will withstand wind and rain!

  • Growing up to 24-26 inches tall (60-65 cm), this tulip creates dazzling harmonies with other late-season flowering bulbs.
  • Performs best in full sun in richfertilemedium moisturewell-drained soils. Prefers areas with cool winters and warm dry summers.
  • Easy to grow, this tulip is a welcomed addition to bedsborders, 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 (Late)
Height 2'
– 3'
(60cm
– 90cm)
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