Tulipa aleppensis is an early blooming tulip native to the eastern Mediterranean, featuring delicate, often reddish-orange flowers. It thrives in sunny, well-drained cond
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 best flowering.
Moderate during growth, dry during dormancy
50% intensity
Ensure soil dries between waterings, avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Requires a cold period for vernalization; prefers cool springs and hot, dry summers for dormancy.
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in early spring with balanced fertilizer is sufficient. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out between waterings during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly after flowering, and keep bulbs dry during their dormant period in summer to prevent rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Deadhead spent flowers promptly after blooming to prevent seed formation, which can drain energy from the bulb.
Cut back the foliage only after it has yellowed and died back naturally, usually in late spring or early summer. This allows the bulb to replenish its reserves.
Tulipa aleppensis can be propagated by separating offsets (bulblets) from the parent bulb during its dormant period. Replant the offsets in well-drained soil.
This species can also be grown from seed, but it takes several years for the seedlings to mature and flower.
These bulbs are best left undisturbed in the ground where they can naturalize. If removal is necessary, lift the bulbs after the foliage has died back.
Store them in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place and replant in autumn. They generally do not require frequent repotting.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Tulipa |
| Species | Tulipa aleppensis |
Similar in genus Tulipa
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