Olga tulip

Tulipa 'Olga'

BulbLiliaceae

F.A.-Haarlem 1946, AM-RHS 1955

Olga tulip
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size20 inches tall
Bloom season
Spring

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator garden

Notes

'Olga' tulip (Tulipa 'Olga') 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 are violet red edged in white. They bloom from early to late spring and reach about 20 inches tall.

Pairs well with Thalia daffodil, Claire de Lune peony, and Ernest Markham clematis.