Tulipa crispa 'Snow Valley'

The 'Snow Valley' Dentate Tulip surprises and captivates with its large fringed flowers that are a true masterpiece of delicacy and fantasy, both in the garden and in a vase: emerging from a green bud, they unfold to reveal a white dress with a wide green flame at the centre of each petal. Over the hours and days, the lace that adorns these petals is adorned with scattered touches, first pink and then red when ripe. It blooms in late April or early May, depending on the climate, on weather-resistant stems. Its color can be easily paired with all kinds of flowers.

The 'Snow Valley' Dentate Tulip belongs to the lily family. Horticulturally originated and introduced in 2010, it is classified in the 'Crispa' group, whose main characteristic is finely toothed petal tips. This tulip, with a sturdy stem, will reach a height of 45-50cm (18-20in) when in bloom. Flowering takes place in April-May, a bit later than other tulips. The flowers are large, simple, with a slightly open cup, in a mix of snowy white and fresh green brushed with ochre, giving a sense of great freshness. The fringed edges of this astonishing tulip are colored in soft pink and then red. The flowers last a long time and extend the tulip season until May.

In the world of flowers, there are few plants that can rival dentate tulips, both original and elegant, but also resistant to heat and bad weather. Ideal for borders with all kinds of plants and colours, the 'Snow Valley' Tulip will also create bright spots in perennial flower beds, alongside biennial plants that will fill the space after flowering. You can choose, for example, wallflowers, forget-me-nots, or dame's rocket for this purpose. Very dark Heucheras, such as 'Blackout' or 'Obsidian' cultivars, enhance all pastel colours, just like blue perennial geraniums ('Rozanne', 'Johnson's Blue', 'Orion'). By choosing dentate tulips, you will also add a unique touch to your bouquets.