Tulip 'Apeldoorn's Elite'

Description

Like other tulips, 'Apeldoorn's Elite' loves sunny places, but unlike many it can grow in practically any soil. It belongs to the single tulips. The petals are red with yellow edges. It reaches up to 50 cm in height. This variety is widely used in borders and as a cut flower for bouquets.

Requirements

All tulip varieties love light and prefer sandy or sandy-loam soil with a neutral pH.

Care

The best time to plant tulips is September and October. You can plant even in December, as long as the ground is not frozen or covered with snow. Plant 10 cm apart. If you do not intend to lift the bulbs in summer, plant them deeper. You can also cover them with peat or fir branches.