Scarlet Admiral tulip

Garden uses

Notes

'Scarlet Admiral' tulip (Tulipa 'Scarlet Admiral') 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 carmine red flowers open from early to late spring. You can cut the stems for bouquets when the flowers open. Krelage & Son introduced it in 1931.

Pairs well with Mount Hood daffodil, Monsieur Jules Elie peony, Ernest Markham clematis, and Little bluestem.