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Description
Tulipa Greigii Fire Of Love, commonly known as the Greig’s tulip, is a beautiful spring-blooming flower that produces striking bright red and yellow flowers. It is a bulbous perennial plant that grows up to 10 inches tall and 5 inches wide. This tulip is a popular choice for gardeners who want to add a splash of color to their garden or flower beds. It is easy to grow, low maintenance and blooms in mid-spring.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Tulipa |
Appearance
Tulipa Greigii Fire Of Love produces beautiful red and yellow flowers with a striking black center. The flowers are cup-shaped, up to 4 inches wide and grow on a single stem that rises from the center of the plant. The leaves are long, narrow and green in color, growing up to 10 inches long. The bulbs are small, round and covered in a papery skin. They are about 2 inches in diameter and have a yellow-brown color.
Care Guide
Tulipa Greigii Fire Of Love is an easy-to-grow plant that requires minimal effort. Here are some tips for taking care of your tulip plant:
- Water: Water your tulip plant regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilization: Fertilize your tulip plant once a year in the fall with a slow-release fertilizer.
- Soil: Plant your tulip bulb in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
- Sunlight: Tulipa Greigii Fire Of Love prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Hardiness Zones: This plant is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Tulipa Greigii Fire Of Love is relatively resistant to pests and diseases. However, it is susceptible to bulb rot, which can be caused by overwatering or poorly drained soil. Aphids and spider mites may also infest the plant. Use a neem oil spray to control these pests.
Habitat
Tulipa Greigii Fire Of Love is native to the mountainous regions of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. It grows in well-draining soils, in full sun or partial shade, and in areas with cold winters and hot summers.
Question and Answer
Q: Can I plant Tulipa Greigii Fire Of Love in a container?
A: Yes, you can plant this tulip in a container as long as it has good drainage and is large enough to accommodate the bulb.
Q: How do I propagate Tulipa Greigii Fire Of Love?
A: You can propagate this tulip by dividing the bulbs in the fall after the foliage has died back.
Q: How long does Tulipa Greigii Fire Of Love bloom?
A: This tulip blooms for about 2 to 3 weeks in mid-spring.
Q: Should I remove the foliage after the tulip has finished blooming?
A: No, you should allow the foliage to die back naturally as it helps to nourish the bulb for next year’s growth.
Related Plants
- Tulipa ‘Apricot Beauty’
- Tulipa ‘Red Riding Hood’
- Tulipa ‘Golden Apeldoorn’
References
- “Tulipa greigii,” Missouri Botanical Garden, accessed August 19, 2021, https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c869.
- “Tulipa greigii,” Plant Finder, accessed August 19, 2021, https://www.gardenia.net/plant/tulipa-greigii-greigs-tulip.
