Omar Bradley tulip

Tulipa 'Omar Bradley'

BulbLiliaceae

AM-KAVB 1959

Omar Bradley tulip
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator garden

Notes

'Omar Bradley' tulip (Tulipa 'Omar Bradley') 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 bloom in early to late spring. They are raspberry red outside and signal red inside, with a greenyellow base and black anthers. F. Rijnveld & Sons bred it.

Pairs well with Mount Hood daffodil, Many Happy Returns peony, and Little bluestem.