Story tulip

Tulipa 'Story'

BulbLiliaceae

TGA-KAVB 1979

Story 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

'Story' tulip (Tulipa 'Story') 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 open in early to late spring on stems about 16 inches tall. Each bloom is claret rose outside and bright signal red inside, with feathered yellow edges. J.F. van den Berg & Sons bred it.

Pairs well with Ice Follies daffodil, Cat's Pajamas nepeta, Angel Cheeks peony, and Ernest Markham clematis.