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Tulipa Urumiensis Flower Seeds for Garden Planting

Tulipa Urumiensis Flower Seeds for Garden Planting

$16.79 USD
$16.79 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sowing: Sow seeds 2–3 inches deep and 4–6 inches apart in well-drained soil

Preparation: Soak seeds overnight before sowing if desired.

Timing: Sow seeds outdoors in autumn for spring blooms

How to Grow


Plant in full sun to partial shade with fertile, well-drained soil. Water regularly during growth but avoid overwatering to prevent bulb rot. Once flowers fade, allow foliage to wither naturally to nourish bulbs for next season. Protect bulbs from excessive wet and pests in cold climates.

Tips


Ideal for rock gardens and borders.


Avoid waterlogging to prevent bulb rot


Best planted in groups for visual impact

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Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial bulbous plant

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Low-growing

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Compact

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Early Spring to Mid Spring

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental garden plant

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

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Tulipa Urumiensis Flower Seeds for Garden Planting
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Flower seeds

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Botanical Tulip / Bulb


Tulipa Urumiensis (syn. Tulipa tarda) is a species tulip native to Central Asia. It produces charming star-shaped yellow flowers held on short stems above green, folded leaves. As an award-winning botanical tulip, it’s valued for early spring blooms and low maintenance. Growing only about 10–25 cm tall, it’s perfect for rock gardens, borders, cottage gardens, and container plantings. Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, this species naturalizes easily and adds vibrant seasonal color.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Autumn

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

Not Applicable

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

10–25 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Full Sun to Partial Shade

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA Zones ~5–9

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

10–15 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

5–8 cm deep

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Well-drained

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000198966

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Tulipa urumiensis different from large hybrid tulips?

It is a compact botanical tulip with smaller flowers that fits naturally into rock gardens and alpine landscapes.

Can it naturalize in suitable garden areas?

Yes. Under favorable conditions, it may gradually establish attractive seasonal colonies.

Which spring bulbs pair well with Tulipa urumiensis?

Crocus, muscari, miniature daffodils, and dwarf iris create colorful spring displays.

Does it suit gravel garden planting?

Yes. Well-drained gravel and alpine beds highlight its compact flowering habit.

Can it brighten the front of spring borders?

Yes. Low-growing blooms add early seasonal color along pathways and garden edges.

Do bees visit the flowers?

Spring blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.