Tulips 'Fly away' (Tulipa 'Fly away')

Tulips 'Fly away'

The tulips 'Fly away' variety has a distinctive shape, with flowers shaped by slightly curved petals reminiscent of lilies emerging from stems that can grow nearly 61 cm tall. The flowers are also an impressive color, yellow with red edging, with a shape and coloring almost reminiscent of a flame. It is a beautiful choice for a cut flower garden.

Scientific classification

Lilies, supplejacks and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Deciduous

Leaf type

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Tulips 'Fly away'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Tulips 'Fly away' have low water needs, requiring only one watering after planting. During flowering, potted tulips 'Fly away' should be occasionally watered to maintain moisture. Avoid overwatering, especially in small pots. Garden tulips 'Fly away' typically rely on rain, with extra watering needed only in extremely dry conditions.

Fertilize: Tulips, typically used as one-time bulbs, require no fertilizer post-blooming. If soil quality is poor, add balanced fertilizer or bone meal during planting. After blooming, bulbs are either discarded or stored in summer.

Pruning: For optimal care of tulips 'Fly away', prune in early to late spring after flowering. Remove spent blooms and cut back dead leaves to promote health and vibrant future blooms. Use clean, sharp tools to prevent damage and disease.

Propagation: Small bulbs can be collected from tulips 'Fly away'; plant them in prepared soil with spacing three times their diameter. Cover with 3 cm of soil, keep in the shade, and maintain moisture. After a year, multiple bulbs can be planted together. They will bloom in 2 to 3 years.

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