Uncle Tom tulip
Tulipa 'Uncle Tom'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Uncle Tom' tulip (Tulipa 'Uncle Tom') 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 blooms from early to late spring. The flowers are fragrant, so plant it near a path or seating area. It grows 12 to 24 inches tall.
Pairs well with Blue Jacket common hyacinth, Ocean Magic grape hyacinth, Mount Tacoma tulip, and Singing In The Rain peony.