Tulipa Blushing Beauty (Single Late Tulip)
A very distinct and lovely variety. Tulip ‘Blushing Beauty’, so named from a lovely shade of blush on the young flowers, is a very distinct and lovely tulip variety with large, soft pink goblet-shaped flowers, suffused with lilac.
Tulip 'Blushing Beauty', so named from a lovely shade of blush on the young flowers, is a very distinct and lovely tulip variety with large, soft pink goblet-shaped flowers, suffused with lilac. Irresistible! Blooming in late spring, this elegant member of the Single Late Tulips group enjoys a sturdy, long stem that will withstand wind and rain!
- Growing up to 28-30 inches tall (70-75 cm), this tulip creates dazzling harmonies with other late-season flowering bulbs.
- 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, 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 | 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 |