Garden Tulip (Tulipa gesneriana)
Tulipa gesneriana, the Garden Tulip, is a classic spring-flowering perennial herb. Widely cultivated for its vibrant, cup-shaped blooms, it is valued for ornamental garde
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate during growth, dry during dormancy.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile loam.
Temperature
Cool spring temperatures for growth, cold chilling period for dormancy.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Apply bulb food in autumn, balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Moderate during growth, dry during dormancy.
Well-draining, fertile loam.
Cool spring temperatures for growth, cold chilling period for dormancy.
Outdoor
Apply bulb food in autumn, balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
30-60 cm
Spread
10-15 cm
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lanceolate
Flower Size
5-10 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderLiliales
- familyLiliaceae
- genusTulipa
- speciesTulipa gesneriana
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 6/5
Edible
No
All parts of the tulip, especially the bulb, contain toxic glycosides (tulipalin A and B). Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset, vomiting, diarrhea, and skin irritation. Large amounts, particularly of bulbs, can lead to more severe symptoms.