Tulipa Orange Angelique (Double Late Tulip)
Will Tulip ‘Orange Angelique’ become America’s favorite like its cousin Tulip ‘Angelique’? Highly probable.
Will Tulip 'Orange Angelique' become America's favorite like its cousin Tulip 'Angelique'? Highly probable. Just look at its lush and large double flowers and their whorl of luminous shades ranging from soft apricot to peach, with flushes here and there of pale cream and pale yellow. Deepening their hues as they mature, the peony-shaped blossoms can easily reach a span of 4 in. across (10 cm)! Blooming in mid-late spring, they are slightly fragrant and extremely long-lived in both the garden and the vase. You can rely on this acclaimed member of the Double Late Tulips to provide a stunning floral parade in your spring garden.
- Growing up to 18 inches tall (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 (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, Fragrant, Showy |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |