General Bell Irving tulip

Tulipa 'General Bell Irving'

BulbLiliaceae

TGA-KAVB 1981

General Bell Irving tulip
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2 feet tall
Bloom season
Spring

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator garden

Notes

'General Bell Irving' tulip (Tulipa 'General Bell Irving') 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 26 inches tall. The outside of each petal is flamed carmine red on a neyron rose ground. Inside, the flower is signal red with a buttercup yellow base.

Pairs well with Thalia daffodil, Anise hyssop, and Dr. Alexander Fleming peony.