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Description
The Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest is a spring-blooming perennial that belongs to the Liliaceae family. It is a small, charming tulip that grows up to 8 inches tall and produces beautiful, star-shaped flowers that open wide in full sun. The flowers are predominantly yellow, with a red base and have narrow, pointed petals that are slightly twisted. The bulb of the Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest is small and produces a single flower per stem. This tulip is commonly grown in rock gardens, borders, and containers due to its early bloom time and short stature.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Monocotyledonae |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Tulipa |
Appearance
The Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest is a small tulip that grows up to 8 inches tall. It produces a single flower per stem, which is predominantly yellow with a red base. The petals are narrow and pointed, slightly twisted, and open wide in full sun. The leaves are narrow and pointed, growing up to 6 inches long, and are a blue-green color. The bulb of the Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest is small and has a brownish color.
Care Guide
The Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest requires well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly, especially during its growing season. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a year, in the fall, after the leaves have died back. This tulip is hardy in USDA zones 3-8 and should be planted in the fall, before the first frost. It is important to allow the foliage to yellow and wither completely before removing it, as this will help the bulb store nutrients for the following year.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest is susceptible to aphids, slugs, and snails. It may also be affected by Botrytis blight, which causes the leaves and flowers to turn brown and rot. This disease can be prevented by ensuring the plant has good air circulation and by removing any infected parts immediately. The tulip fire disease may also affect this plant, causing the leaves and flowers to become distorted and discolored. This disease can be prevented by planting in well-drained soil and by not overcrowding the plants.
Habitat
The Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest is native to the mountainous regions of Central Asia, where it grows in rocky and stony areas. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun, but can also tolerate partial shade. This tulip is commonly grown in gardens and containers, and is well-suited for rock gardens and borders due to its small size and early bloom time.
Question and Answer
Q: When does the Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest bloom?
A: This tulip blooms in the early spring.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for the Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest?
A: This tulip is hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Q: How often should I fertilize the Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest?
A: Fertilize this tulip once a year, in the fall, after the leaves have died back.
Q: What is the common name for the Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest?
A: The common name for this tulip is Early Harvest tulip.
Related Plants
- Tulipa Clusiana
- Tulipa Greigii
- Tulipa Praestans
References
- “Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b517.
- “Tulipa Kaufmanniana Early Harvest.” Plant Finder, www.whiteflowerfarm.com/tulipa-kaufmanniana-early-harvest.
