China Town tulip
Tulipa 'China Town'
RHS AGM 1995
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'China Town' tulip (Tulipa 'China Town') 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 or part sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It blooms in early to late spring and grows about 12 inches tall. You can plant it in groups for a bold spring show.
Pairs well with Valerie Finnis Armenian grape hyacinth, Marsh spurge, and Excelsior Spanish bluebell.