Oxford's Elite tulip

Notes

'Oxford's Elite' tulip (Tulipa 'Oxford's Elite') is a bulb for borders, containers, and spring color. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). The flowers have a cherry red outside edged in orange yellow. Inside, they are feathered and spotted poppy red on an orange yellow ground with a lemon yellow base. The anthers are bluish black, and the plants stand about 22 inches tall.

Pairs well with Siebold's hosta, Snowdrop, and Christmas fern.