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Tulipa Exotic Parrot - Parrot Tulip
Tulipe Perroquet Exotic Parrot
Tulipa Exotic Parrot - Parrot Tulip
Tulipa Exotic Parrot
Tulip
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Description
This 'Exotic Parrot' tulip is, among the range of parrot tulips, undoubtedly the one with the tightest undulations on the edge of the petals, giving the flower a unique personality. An unusual shape combined with a remarkable 'ruffled' plumage of red, green, and white. This variety of solid tulips withstands the weather well. Whimsical and fantastic, it deserves a place of honour in a flower bed or in a pretty pot on the terrace. At home, it allows you to compose fabulous bouquets, in the manner of Flemish masters.
The 'Exotic Parrot' Tulip belongs to the Liliaceae family. Of horticultural origin, introduced in 2003, it is currently classified in the group of 'parrot tulips', whose main characteristic is to have huge flowers with twisted, puffy, disheveled, irregularly fringed petals. 'Exotic Parrot' is also obtained through mutation (sudden appearance of new characteristics that are maintained in subsequent generations). It is a fairly stocky young plant that will reach a height of 45cm (18in) when in bloom. Perched on the stems, above the broadly lanceolate leaves, the stunning flowers, with a minimum diameter of 12cm (5in), are all different, in a palette of red and green tones with a hint of white. The flowering takes place in April or early May, towards the end of the tulip season.
With their wealth of colours, stunning and variegated flowers, suitable for both flower beds and bouquets, parrot tulips never cease to amaze tulip enthusiasts. In the 18th century, they were called 'monstrous'; this group developed a lot in the 1930s, when it was discovered that irradiating bulbs with X-rays caused this mutation. They are among the most popular varieties for making bouquets. Unequaled for bringing whimsy to pots or sunny gardens, don't forget to consider the height and flowering period when designing your flower beds, as these parameters vary significantly from one cultivar to another. It is wise to plant a few more bulbs for cutting, as they make beautiful cut flowers that last a long time in a vase.
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Tulipa
Exotic Parrot
Liliaceae
Tulip
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Planting and care
Plant the bulbs in the autumn, from September to December, at a depth of 15cm (6in), spacing them 10cm (4in) apart. The planting should be done in ordinary soil, slightly acidic, neutral, or slightly alkaline, loose, well-worked and well-drained. Never add uncomposted manure or compost to the planting soil, as this could cause the bulbs to rot. The 'Exotic Parrot' tulip will thrive in moist to dry soil. Plant it in a sunny or partially shaded location. After flowering, it is best to remove the fruits to avoid exhausting the plant.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.