Cape Cod tulip
Tulipa 'Cape Cod'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Orange-red
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Cape Cod' tulip (Tulipa 'Cape Cod') is a bulb for borders, containers, cut flowers, 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 about 12 inches tall. Orange-red flowers open from early to late spring.
Pairs well with Hawera daffodil, Remembrance Dutch crocus, Greek thimbleweed, and August Moon hosta.