Blue Heron tulip
Tulipa 'Blue Heron'
TGA-KAVB 1973, AGM-RHS 1995
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Violet
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Blue Heron' tulip (Tulipa 'Blue Heron') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, containers, and cottage gardens. 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. Violet flowers open from early to late spring. Plants grow 12 to 24 inches tall.
Pairs well with Burgundy Lace tulip, Shirley tulip, Paprika yarrow, and Hansa rose.