Ile de France tulip
Tulipa 'Ile de France'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Ile de France' tulip (Tulipa 'Ile de France') 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 from early to late spring. Plants reach 12 to 24 inches tall, so they suit the middle of a bed.
Pairs well with Delft Blue common hyacinth, Fringed bleeding heart, Persian lily, and Cheerfulness daffodil.