Santander tulip
Tulipa 'Santander'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light blue-pink
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Santander' tulip (Tulipa 'Santander') 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. The light blue-pink blooms open from early to late spring. Plants reach 12 to 24 inches tall. Vertuco B.V. bred it.
Pairs well with Blue Shades Greek thimbleweed, Armenian grape hyacinth, and Blanket flower.