Companion tulip

Tulipa 'Companion'

BulbLiliaceae

AGM-RHS 1995

USDA zones3 to 8

SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Size2.5 feet tall

Bloom season: Spring
Bloom color: Red-pink

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator garden

Notes

'Companion' tulip (Tulipa 'Companion') 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. The red-pink blooms open from early to late spring on stems about 28 inches tall. Each flower has a carmine outside and a white base inside, edged in blue, with yellow anthers. The breeder was Van Zanten Bros.

Pairs well with Ice Follies daffodil, Many Happy Returns peony, and Little bluestem.

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