West Point tulip
Tulipa 'West Point'
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
'West Point' tulip (Tulipa 'West Point') 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 you can cut a few for a vase. Plants grow 12 to 24 inches tall.
Pairs well with Ballade tulip, Queen of Night tulip, Singing In The Rain peony, and Delphinium.