Tulipa dasystemon
Tulipa dasystemon
- Native to:
- China, Kazakhstan, Kirgizstan, Tadzhikistan, Uzbekistan
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Liliaceae
- Genus:
- Tulipa
- Species:
- Tulipa dasystemon
- USDA Symbol:
- TUDA2
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 15 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow, white
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- gritty, well-drained, rocky soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to mountainous regions, prefers rocky slopes
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
- Germination Time:
- 14–42 days
- Notes:
- Seeds require cold stratification; best sown in autumn for natural winter chilling. May take 2-3 years to reach flowering size from seed.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Expose to fluctuation outdoor winter temperatures including freezing for 3 months. Gradually increase light and temperature in the spring. * grow seedlings at cool temperature - best achieved by sowing in open ground