Buy Tulipa 'Oratorio'

Also Known As

Tulipa greigii 'Oratorio'
Oratorio Species Tulip

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 3"-8"

planting zones

3a-9b

3 inch pot | $10

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Tulipa 'Oratorio' plant details

Tulipa 'Oratorio' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with burgundy, green and variegated foliage. In spring coral and pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tulipa 'Oratorio'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy, green and variegated
Mature size: 3 IN - 8 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: coral and pink blooms in spring
Uses: award-winning, container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tulipa 'Oratorio'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Award winning, reliably perennial species tulip with flashy maroon etched foliage topped mid spring with coral rose flowers on 6-12” stems with contrasty black bases. Full sun, summer dry, well drained soils. Even in warm winter areas where blooms may be scarce, the foliage alone is pure drama.