Cortina tulip

Tulipa 'Cortina'

BulbLiliaceae

TGA-KAVB 1991

USDA zones3 to 8

SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Size2.5 feet tall

Bloom season: Spring
Bloom color: Red

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator garden

Notes

'Cortina' tulip (Tulipa 'Cortina') 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 blood red flowers open in early to late spring and have a yellow base inside. Each flower has black pollen, and the plants stand about 31 inches tall. Koninklijke Van Zanten B.V. bred it.

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

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