Clipper City tulip

Tulipa 'Clipper City'

BulbLiliaceae

FCC-RHS 1977

Clipper City tulip
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2 feet tall
Bloom season
Spring

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator garden

Notes

'Clipper City' tulip (Tulipa 'Clipper City') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and average moisture. It blooms from early to late spring and grows about 26 inches tall. The outside of each flower is pepper red. The inside glows signal red, with a bronzy yellow base and deep blue anthers.

Pairs well with Bridal Crown daffodil, Many Happy Returns peony, and Delphinium.