Abu Hassan tulip
Tulipa 'Abu Hassan'
TGA-KAVB 1976
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Dark purple-red
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Abu Hassan' tulip (Tulipa 'Abu Hassan') is a bulb for borders, containers, cottage gardens, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It bears dark purple-red blooms from early to late spring. The flowers stand 12 to 24 inches tall. J.F. van den Berg & Sons bred it.
Pairs well with Queen of Night tulip, Aurea tufted sedge, and Spring Green tulip.