Fur Elise tulip
Tulipa 'Fur Elise'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Fur Elise' tulip (Tulipa 'Fur Elise') 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. It blooms in early to late spring and stands about 12 inches tall. The flowers make a nice show in a vase, and the short stems also suit pots.
Pairs well with City of Haarlem common hyacinth, Thalia daffodil, Grape hyacinth, and Cat's Pajamas nepeta.