Tulipa 'Little Beauty'

Tulipa 'Little Beauty' entices gardeners with its vibrant cup-shaped flowers that flourish in mid-spring. Exhibiting a striking blend of deep purple with interior light blue and fuchsia accents, tulipa 'Little Beauty''s blooms sit atop 15 cm stems. Adaptable to rocky soils, tulipa 'Little Beauty' favors full sun to partial shade, often finding its niche in rock gardens where its compact form can showcase its beauty unencumbered.

Scientific classification

Genus

Lilies, supplejacks and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Herb

Plant Type

Deciduous

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Tulipa 'Little Beauty'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Tulipa 'Little Beauty' requires low water, with one initial watering often sufficient after planting. During flowering, occasional watering is needed to keep soil moist, continuing until leaves wither. Small pots may need more frequent watering, avoiding excess, while garden plants generally rely on rain unless it's very dry.

Fertilize: Tulipa 'Little Beauty' do not require fertilizer after blooming, as they are often discarded or stored. If soil quality is poor, incorporate balanced fertilizer or bone meal during planting for optimal growth.

Pruning: The low-growing tulipa 'Little Beauty' produces vibrant blooms in early spring. Prune spent flowers and damaged leaves to boost bulb development and plant health. Optimal pruning occurs from early to late spring, enhancing flowering, reducing disease risk, and promoting vigorous growth.

Propagation: Small bulbs from tulipa 'Little Beauty' can be harvested and planted in spring. Space them three times their diameter, cover with 3 cm of soil, and keep moist in the shade. After one year, they can be grouped in a pot with fertilizer, maturing for flowering in 2-3 years.

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