Tulipa x 'Bonanza Mix'
Tulip
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Tulip (Tulipa x 'Bonanza Mix') - Description
Treat yourself to a lavish display of colorful tulips - Red, pink, lavender, yellow, purple, orange, white, and bicolors. Includes Triumph, Darwin, Single Early and Single Late tulips. Ht.16-26". Spacing 6-12". Sun-Part Shade. Blooms Apr-May. Zones 3-8.
Tulip (Tulipa x 'Bonanza Mix') - Blooming
Tulips will bloom in March-May and come in many different colors. Generally, the bulbs require some cooling period in order to produce flowers. This cooling period usually lasts 8 to 10 weeks. The temperature should be in the low 40s to promote the best flower induction.
Tulip (Tulipa x 'Bonanza Mix') - Growth
Spring-flowering bulbous perennials. Plant height varies depending on the species. Very diverse genus. Needs differ with species, but generally grows best in full sun. Tulipa works well in a rock garden or in beds and borders.
Tulip (Tulipa x 'Bonanza Mix') - Planting
Plant bulbs in soil twice as deep as the bulb is wide, and approx. 6 in. apart. Tulips should be planted where there is sun overhead so as not to cause them to lean towards the light.
Tulip (Tulipa x 'Bonanza Mix') - Pest
Gophers, field mice, and aphids can be a problem for Tulips. Also, prone to root and bulb rots, which are more frequently seen in soils that are not well-drained.
Tulip (Tulipa x 'Bonanza Mix') - Interesting facts
Many would readily associate tulips with Holland; however, these flowers are not native to Northern Europe at all. Tulips were originally from Turkey, Afghanistan and Iran. They are found in the mountainous regions of those countries, which explains why they need a cold period during winter in order flower properly. Plant parts can irritate the skin upon contact.
Tulip (Tulipa x 'Bonanza Mix') - Soil and irrigation
Tulips do well with rich, sandy soil but will tolerate being planted in any good soil as long as it has fast drainage. They also require regular watering during growth and while flowering.
