Tulip 'Arabian Mystery'

Description

A variety growing up to 35 cm tall. Tulip 'Arabian Mystery' has dark purple flowers, sometimes with white-edged petals. It is classed as a Triumph tulip. A sunny position with fertile, moist, free-draining soil suits it best. It flowers at the turn of April and May and looks wonderful as a cut flower.

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.