Rivièra tulip
Tulipa 'Rivièra'
TGA-KAVB 1986
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size22 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Red
Garden uses
Notes
'Rivièra' tulip (Tulipa 'Rivièra') 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 red blooms open in early to late spring and reach about 22 inches tall. The outside of each flower is scarlet flamed with currant red. Inside, the petals are bright blood red with a canary yellow base and purple anthers.
Pairs well with Thalia daffodil, Singing In The Rain peony, and Little bluestem.