White Flower Farm Perennial Tulip
Best reliable spring color for gardeners in cooler climates.
These Darwin Hybrids are the rare tulips that actually return year after year, saving you from the annual chore of replanting. While you sacrifice the delicate, fleeting variety of some exotic species, you gain a reliable, sunset-hued anchor that commands attention in your garden every May.
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White Flower Farm
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-term, reliable spring color
- Designers looking for vibrant, warm focal points
- Plant lovers prioritizing healthy, robust bulb quality
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in areas with high deer or rodent populations
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking wholesale pricing
- Perfectionists expecting permanent, unchanging perennial performance
Performance breakdown
Perennial Reliability
Darwin Hybrids consistently return year after year in cooler climates.
Visual Impact
Large, goblet-shaped blooms create a dramatic focal point in spring gardens.
Color Transition
Dynamic shift from yellow to apricot orange offers exceptional visual depth.
Garden Versatility
Tall stems work equally well in formal borders or naturalized drifts.
Planting Ease
Standard fall-planted bulb requirements make installation straightforward for most gardeners.
Bloom Longevity
Late-season flowering extends the garden's color palette into warmer May days.
Key Specs
Common Name
Darwin Hybrid Tulip
Hardiness Zone
3-8S/W
Exposure
Full Sun
Blooms In
May
Mature Height
18-20 inches
Spacing
5-6 inches (12.7 cm)
Ships as
Dormant BULB in Fall
Soil Type Preference
Sandy soil enriched with organic matter
USDA Hardiness Zone
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Mature Height
20.0 inches
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