Tulipa Jan Reus (Triumph Tulip)
Incredible dark purple smoky blooms in mid-late spring! A longstanding favorite, Tulip ‘Jan Reus’ is quite impressive with its incredibly dark crimson blooms, almost black, providing a warm and interesting contrast to the pink, apricot, or soft creamy colors of the other tulips in arrangements. Grows up to 18-20 inches tall (45-50 cm)
A longstanding favorite, Tulip 'Jan Reus' is quite impressive with its incredibly dark crimson blooms, almost black, providing a warm and interesting contrast to the pink, apricot, or soft creamy colors of the other tulips in arrangements. Blooming in mid-late spring, this acclaimed member of the Triumph Tulips group also enjoys a sturdy, long stem that will withstand wind and rain!
- Growing up to 18-20 inches tall (45-50 cm), this tulip is reliable and creates dazzling harmonies with other 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, 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 (Mid,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 |