French Apricot tulip

Garden uses

Notes

'French Apricot' tulip (Tulipa 'French Apricot') 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 flowers open in early to late spring on stems about 14 inches tall. The outside of each petal is claret rose edged with scarlet red, and the inside is Dutch vermilion with a blackish base. The leaves are mottled.

Pairs well with Ice Follies daffodil, Alexander Fleming peony, and Indian grass.