Overview
Tulipa 'Galata' (13) is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Tulipa, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tulipa 'Galata' (13) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens, bedding schemes and containers.
About
Tulipa 'Galata' is a clump-forming bulbous perennial within the Tulipa genus, known for its deciduous foliage and spring flowering. This cultivar thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline, preferring full sun to partial shade in sheltered, south- or east-facing aspects. Suitable for borders, rock gardens, bedding schemes, and containers, it requires planting bulbs 10-15cm deep in autumn and protection from excessive wet. Hardy to UK zone H6, Tulipa 'Galata' can be lifted after foliage dies down or treated as an annual, with propagation by offsets.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tulipa
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Tulipa 'Galata' (13) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Rock gardens, Bedding schemes, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tulipa 'Galata' (13)
- Propagation
- Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Aphids, Stem and bulb eelworm, Squirrels may eat the bulbs
- Disease resistance
- Tulip fire, Bulb rot in poorly drained soil
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tulipa 'Galata' (13)?
Tulipa 'Galata' (13) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tulipa 'Galata' (13) need?
Tulipa 'Galata' (13) grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Tulipa 'Galata' (13) hardy in the UK?
Tulipa 'Galata' (13) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Tulipa 'Galata' (13)?
Offsets.
More in the Tulipa genus
- Tulipa 'Avenue' (3)

- Tulipa 'Black and White' (9)

- Tulipa 'Brooklyn' (11)

- Tulipa 'Dallas' (7)

- Tulipa 'Design Impression' (4)

- Tulipa 'Donau' (3)

- Tulipa 'Gemma' (10)

- Tulipa 'Abba Brown' (2)