Judith Leyster tulip
Tulipa 'Judith Leyster'
TGA-KAVB 1980
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Purple-red
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Judith Leyster' tulip (Tulipa 'Judith Leyster') 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. The purple-red flowers open from early to late spring. Plants reach 12 to 24 inches tall. I.V.T. bred it.
Pairs well with Jack Frost Siberian bugloss, Bastogne tulip, Ivory Floradale tulip, and Bridal Bouquet peony.