Formosa tulip
Tulipa 'Formosa'
AM-KAVB 1926

USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Yellow
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Formosa' tulip (Tulipa 'Formosa') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. Yellow, fragrant flowers open from early to late spring on stems about 12 inches tall. Polman Mooy bred it.
Pairs well with Candy Prince tulip, Spring Green tulip, and Yokohama tulip.