Doctor James Parkinson tulip
Tulipa 'Doctor James Parkinson'
AM-RHS 1980, TGA-KAVB 1981, AM-RHS 1982
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Dark pink-red
Garden uses
Notes
'Doctor James Parkinson' tulip (Tulipa 'Doctor James Parkinson') 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 in dark pink-red from early to late spring. The petals glow cardinal red outside, with a small feathered white edge. Inside, they turn currant red to turkey red with a broad white edge.
Pairs well with Mount Hood daffodil, Ernest Markham clematis, and Little bluestem.