Blue Ribbon tulip
Tulipa 'Blue Ribbon'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Purple
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Blue Ribbon' tulip (Tulipa 'Blue Ribbon') 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. It grows 12 to 24 inches tall and bears purple blooms from early to late spring. M.H. Immerzeel bred it.
Pairs well with Fringed bleeding heart, Blue Heron tulip, Pink Diamond tulip, and Peach Blossom tulip.