Red Pepper tulip

Tulipa 'Red Pepper'

BulbLiliaceae

TGA-KAVB 1974

Red Pepper tulip
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size16 inches tall
Bloom season
Spring

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator garden

Notes

'Red Pepper' tulip (Tulipa 'Red Pepper') 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 glow scarlet outside and vermilion inside. Each bloom has a primrose yellow base with small green stripes and purple violet anthers. It blooms from early to late spring and stands about 16 inches tall.

Pairs well with Thalia daffodil, Bowl of Beauty peony, and Obedient plant.