‘Tubergen’s Gem’ Tulip
Tulipa clusiana var. 'Tubergen's Gem'
More than any other group of tulips, the brightly colored species tulips are the best choice for Southern gardens. ‘Tubergen’s Gem’ is a jewel of a flower with a velvety dark yellow and red yellow combination of petals.
Features
| Bloom/Feature | Dark yellow light red color combination |
| Plant Type | Fall Bulbs |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| USDA Zones | 6,7,8 |
| Zone Detail | Hardy to -10 F |
| Key Features | heat tolerance, drought tolerance, water-wise, reblooming |
| Use | border, container, accent |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Bloom Season | spring |
| Dimension | 6-12" x Rhizomatic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to fast growth |
Care
| Water | Natural Southern rainfall/ Dry During Summer |
| Soil Type | Well-drained Garden Soil |
| Fertilizer | Mix in low amount of an even N-P-K before planting |
| Pruning | None |
Planting Instructions
plant in full winter sun
soil should be 2-3’ over the bulb
natural rainfall is best; avoid summer irrigation
digging and refrigeration are NOT necessary
