Tulips 'Barcelona' (Tulipa 'Barcelona')

Tulips 'Barcelona'

With vibrant pink petals that form a classic cup shape, tulips 'Barcelona' is a herald of spring. The striking blooms sit atop sturdy stems, reaching heights that allow them to sway gently in the breeze, yet robust enough to withstand the variable spring weather. In well-drained soil and ample sunlight, tulips 'Barcelona' thrives, its vivid flowers providing a colorful spectacle in any garden setting.

Scientific classification

Lilies, supplejacks and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

60 cm

Plant Height

15 cm

Spread

Summer dormancy

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf type

Care Guide for Tulips 'Barcelona'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Tulips 'Barcelona' has a low water requirement, needing only one watering after planting. During flowering, potted tulips 'Barcelona' needs occasional moisture; post-flowering, maintain soil moisture until leaves wither. Small pots require more frequent watering, while garden tulips 'Barcelona' may rely on rain unless conditions are extremely dry.

Fertilize: Tulips 'Barcelona' bulbs are typically treated as one-time plants, discarded post-bloom or stored after digging. Fertilizer isn't necessary; however, if soil quality is poor, a balanced fertilizer or bone meal can be integrated into the soil at planting.

Pruning: Tulips 'Barcelona' thrives with minimal pruning; focus on removing spent blooms and damaged leaves. Prune in spring post-flowering for strong growth. Regular deadheading enhances health and flowering. Use clean, sharp tools to prevent disease, improving tulips 'Barcelona''s vitality and aesthetic appeal.

Propagation: Collect small bulbs from tulips 'Barcelona' after winter or early spring and plant them in prepared soil, spaced three times their diameter. Cover with 3 cm of soil, keep moist in a shady spot. After a year, mix fertilizer and plant multiple bulbs, which will bloom in 2-3 years.

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