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Tulipa 'Generaal de Wet'

Also Known As

  • Generaal de Wet Tulip

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"-14"
  • W: 4"-10"

planting zones

  • 3a-7b

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Tulipa 'Generaal de Wet' plant details

Tulipa 'Generaal de Wet' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with. In spring orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tulipa 'Generaal de Wet'

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Mature size: 4 IN - 10 IN - wide, 12 IN - 14 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tulipa 'Generaal de Wet'

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Richly fragrant and long-lived, 'Generaal de Wet' is a worthy scion of the legendary'Prince of Austria'. Although orange is not a traditional spring color, once you try few bulbs of 'De Wet' we think you'll agree that its sunny, fresh, juicy tones look right at home in the spring garden. Pair it with dark purple johnny-jump-ups outside and in a vase where you can enjoy its fragrance up close. Ahhhh! Single Early, 14", zones 3a-7b(8bWC)

Gardening facts about Tulipa 'Generaal de Wet' plant

How to Grow Tulipa 'Generaal de Wet'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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