Joli Coeur tulip
Tulipa 'Joli Coeur'
TGA-KAVB 1977
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size10 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Red
Garden uses
Notes
'Joli Coeur' tulip (Tulipa 'Joli Coeur') 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 red flowers open from early to late spring on stems about 10 inches tall. The petals show carrot red, scarlet, and white edges, with a lemon yellow base and blue black blotches inside. The leaves are mottled.
Pairs well with Bridal Crown daffodil, Little bluestem, and Claire de Lune peony.