La Plata tulip

Garden uses

Notes

'La Plata' tulip (Tulipa 'La Plata') 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 and reach about 22 inches tall. The outside of each petal is claret rose, and the inside is turkey red.

Pairs well with Thalia daffodil, Paula Fay peony, Little bluestem, and Ernest Markham clematis.