Tulipa 'Monte Orange' (2) — Clump forming

Overview

Tulipa 'Monte Orange' (2) is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Tulipa, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tulipa 'Monte Orange' (2) 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 'Monte Orange' is a clump-forming bulbous perennial from the genus Tulipa, known for producing distinct spring flowers. It thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels, preferring full sun or partial shade in sheltered, south- or east-facing positions. This deciduous plant is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for borders, rock gardens, bedding schemes, and containers. Plant bulbs 10-15cm deep in autumn and protect them from excessive moisture and strong winds. After the foliage dies down, bulbs can be lifted or treated as annuals and replanted each year.

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 'Monte Orange' (2) 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 'Monte Orange' (2)

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