Tulipa Little Princess (Botanical Tulip)

Award-winning Tulipa 'Little Princess' is a miniature tulip boasting charming clusters of slightly scented, star-shaped, coppery-orange flowers with pointed petals. Blooming in mid-spring, the blossoms open out flat in the sun, revealing a black center outlined with a bright yellow ring. They are held on short stems above the foliage of narrow, green leaves adorned with a slight red tinge. Since one bulb can produce 3-4 flowers, a cluster of bulbs would make a delightful show in the spring garden. Tulipa 'Little Princess' is suitable for a rock garden, raised bed, or alpine house. A member of the Botanical Tulips, this tulip is quite versatile in the garden.

• Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
• Growing up to 4 in. tall (10 cm), this tulip naturalizes easily and will come back year after year.
• Performs best in full sun in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Protect from excessive wet and shelter from strong winds.
• Easy to grow, this tulip is a welcomed addition to rock gardens, city gardens, cottage gardens, or patio containers. For best visual impact, plant in groups (at least 15 bulbs).
• To be planted in fall.
• Propagate by lifting and separating offsets.
• Keep an eye out for slugs, tulip fire, and bulb rot.
• 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.
• Native from Iran and Syria where it is found on rocky mountainsides.