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September 7, 2016

‘Purple Prince’ Tulip

 Tulips are a gardener's first sign of spring.

 Tulips are a gardener’s first sign of spring. Our feature fall planting bulb is a Tulip called ‘Purple Prince’. Consider this a friendly reminder to plant all your spring blooming bulbs this fall! You’ll thank yourself in the early Spring as you take in the joy of this self made flower statement.

**Our best new tip is to add repellex granular tablets to the planting hole to ward off hungry Spring rabbits.

Tulipa Single Early ‘Purple Prince’

Type: Fall Planting Bulbs

Sword-like foliage on a sturdy stem supports the most recognizable flower imported from Holland.
Tulips are one of the easiest bulbs to grow. Just plant this fall in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade for great color this spring.

Planting and Maintenance Info:

Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Planting Depth: 5
Bulbs per Square Foot: 9

Single Early Tulips, as indicated by their name, produce one flower per stem, bloom early in the spring, and are used to force in containers for Easter. Plant tulips in well-drained soil to ensure proper root formation. Exposure to full sun will bring out the rich colors that tulips offer, but some shade will enable a longer blooming period and still offer a colorful addition to your yard or garden.

Mature Height:

12-14 Inches

Bloom Time:

Blooms mid spring

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