G.W. Leak tulip
Tulipa 'G.W. Leak'
AM-KAVB 1931, FCC-KAVB 1938
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Notes
'G.W. Leak' tulip (Tulipa 'G.W. Leak') 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. It blooms in early to late spring and grows about 26 inches tall. C.G. van Tubergen bred it, and the flowers are a geranium lake color.
Pairs well with Bridal Crown daffodil, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Raspberry Sundae peony.