Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Didier's tulip (Tulipa montisandrei) is a rare, wild tulip native to the Maritime Alps. It features striking red flowers with a dark center, blooming in spring.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
Moderate during growth, low during dormancy
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist in spring, allow to dry in summer.
Well-drained loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cooler temperatures during the growing season (15-20°C) and a cold period for dormancy.
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in early spring with a balanced fertilizer or bulb-specific type.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 2/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Bulbs are toxic, containing compounds that can cause gastrointestinal upset and dermatitis.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Didier's tulip generously during its active growing season in spring, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering significantly as the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late spring or early summer. Allow the soil to dry out completely during its dormancy period.
Prune spent flower stalks immediately after blooming to prevent seed formation, which can divert energy from the bulb. Allow the foliage to naturally yellow and wither before removing it.
This allows the plant to store maximum energy in the bulb for the following season's bloom.
Didier's tulips are primarily propagated by dividing the bulb offsets, which form around the parent bulb. Carefully separate these smaller bulbs when the parent plant is dormant, typically in late summer or early autumn.
Replant the offsets at the appropriate depth.
Repotting is not a typical practice for Didier's tulips, as they are grown from bulbs planted directly in the ground. If grown in containers, they can be left undisturbed for several years.
If replanting is necessary due to overcrowding or poor performance, do so during their dormant period.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Didier's Tulip (Tulipa montisandrei)
Where Didier's Tulip (Tulipa montisandrei) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Tulipa |
| Species | Tulipa montisandrei |
Similar in genus Tulipa
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