Pretty Woman tulip

Tulipa 'Pretty Woman'

BulbLiliaceae

Pretty Woman tulip
Fragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
Bloom season
Spring
Bloom color
Red
Soil types
Sand, loam, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerCottage gardenCut flowerLow maintenancePollinator garden

Notes

'Pretty Woman' tulip (Tulipa 'Pretty Woman') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. Its red, fragrant blooms open from early to late spring on stems 12 to 24 inches tall. Jan van Bentem Bloembollen bred it.

Pairs well with Passionale tulip, Ice Follies daffodil, and Many Happy Returns peony.