Tulipa praestans

Tulipa praestans

Native to:
Tadzhikistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Liliaceae
Genus:
Tulipa
Species:
Tulipa praestans
USDA Symbol:
TUPR3

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may
Bloom Colors:
red, orange

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to rocky slopes and open areas

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification; bulbs are more commonly planted than seeds for reliable results.

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

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society