Shirley tulip
Tulipa 'Shirley'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Shirley' tulip (Tulipa 'Shirley') 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. It grows 12 to 24 inches tall and bears white flowers from early to late spring. Bik bred it.
Pairs well with Wallflower, Cragford daffodil, Queen of Night tulip, and Purple Rain tulip.