American Meadows Sunlover Double Late Tulip
Best choice for gardeners wanting fragrant, peony-like blooms in late spring.
These tulips offer the lush, peony-like drama that most spring bulbs lack, turning your garden into a saturated sunset of gold and orange. While they require a bit of patience for their late-season arrival, their sturdy stems and intoxicating fragrance make them the ultimate reward for a long winter.
$11.99
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American Meadows, Inc
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, luxurious floral displays
- Landscape planners wanting to extend spring color
- Designers who enjoy evolving, multi-colored garden aesthetics
Who should skip it
- Gardeners expecting reliable, multi-year perennial blooms
- Residents in areas with frequent heavy spring storms
- Gardeners without time for rodent-proofing their flower beds
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Peony-like layered petals create a stunning, high-drama focal point.
Stem Integrity
Sturdy stalks hold heavy blooms upright against spring wind and rain.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to garden beds, patio containers, or indoor floral arrangements.
Pollinator Appeal
Mild fragrance and vibrant color effectively draw butterflies to the garden.
Hardiness Range
Reliable performance across a wide spectrum of USDA planting zones.
Ease of Cultivation
Low-maintenance bulbs that thrive with basic well-drained soil requirements.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Tulipa Sunlover
Mature Height
16-18 inches tall
Mature Width
4-6 inches wide
Bloom Time
Late spring
Planting Zones
Zone 3 through Zone 8
Light Requirement
Full Sun or Partial Shade
Bulb Spacing
9 per sq ft
SKU
AM004214
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Flower Type
Tulip
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