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How to Grow and Care for Parrot Tulips in the Spring Garden Tulipa gesneriana var.dracontiaThe parrot tulip, Tulipa gesneriana var.dracontia, is an intriguing cultivated variety with twisted, curled, and ruffled petals streaked by vivid combinations of colors.
We’re all familiar with tulips and their cheerful, colorful blooms that herald the arrival of spring, and the promise of warmth and sunshine.
In this article, we highlight the unique qualities of the parrot tulip, and offer tips for growing this spectacular flower successfully.
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Tulip EssentialsSpring blooming tulips grow from bulbs planted in the fall in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 7.
Bulbs vary in size and are usually planted four to six inches deep, with two to six inches between them, in containers or in the garden.
There are many varieties available, ranging from petite four-inch botanical species to 30-inch cultivated giants. All have a four- to six-inch spread.
A full sun location is ideal, as well as average, well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
One inch of water per week is required during the growing season.
You may feed the bulbs with a balanced, slow-release, all-purpose fertilizer, such as 10-10-10 (NPK) in spring before sprouting, and again in fall.
Perennials by nature, many spring bulbs are grown as annuals, because cultivated varieties often lose their vigor after the first year.
Relatively free of pests and disease, the main enemies of this plant are waterlogged soil and hungry rodents.
With these basics, you’re ready to grow.
You’ll find everything you need to know to grow and care for tulips in this growing guide, as well as an
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