Tulipa saxatilis

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Cretan rock tulipBulb, DeciduousFamily: Liliaceae

Flower colour:

Pink

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Chalky / Alkaline / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Tulipa saxatilis is an attractive species tulip with bicoloured flowers, native to the rocky islands of the Aegean Sea, including Crete and Kos.

Given its short stature, Tulipa saxatilis is ideal for growing at the front of borders alongside other spring flowering perennials like daffodils, anemones and grape hyacinths. It's a lovely choice for naturalising in grass and will gradually spread by underground runners. It also performs well in pots and containers.

For best results, grow Tulipa saxatilis in full sun and well-drained soil. Deadhead spent flowers to prevent energy being used on seed production.

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Tulipa ‘Saxatilis’ and wildlife

Tulipa ‘Saxatilis’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Tulipa ‘Saxatilis’ poisonous?

Tulipa ‘Saxatilis’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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