Early Light tulip
Tulipa 'Early Light'
EFA(p)-KAVB 1964
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size14 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Red
Garden uses
Notes
'Early Light' tulip (Tulipa 'Early Light') 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 early to late spring and grows about 14 inches tall. The outside of each petal is signal red edged in cherry red, while the inside is vermilion orange with a greenish yellow base. H.G. Huyg bred it.
Pairs well with Bridal Crown daffodil, Switchgrass, and Claire de Lune peony.