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Bakeri 'Lilac Wonder'
Tulips
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Classes: Tulip Type
Special
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Yellow, Purple
Plant Height
Low
About product
A miniature perennial with lilac-yellow star-shaped blooms that naturalizes effortlessly.
Classes: Tulip Type
Special
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Yellow, Purple
Plant Height
Low
Description
A color paradox for your garden
Tulipa bakeri 'Lilac Wonder', part of the botanical tulip group, is the perfect choice for gardeners who prefer natural beauty over high-maintenance hybrids. Unlike tall cultivars that demand staking and wind protection, this short-stemmed botanical gem behaves like a true perennial: it thrives for years without degenerating, forming denser and more spectacular clumps each spring.
Visual appeal
The main highlight of 'Lilac Wonder' is its striking contrast. Its petals feature a soft, lavender-lilac hue that transitions into a brilliant, vivid yellow eye at the base. On sunny days, the blooms open wide to reveal star-shaped flowers. Blooming in the mid-season, they provide a perfect transition from early spring ephemerals to later flowering varieties.
Pros and cons
- Advantages: High winter hardiness, excellent resistance to lodging, and strong naturalization capabilities. It is tailor-made for rock gardens and front-border planting.
- Drawbacks: Because of its compact stature, it is not suitable for cut flower bouquets; these tulips are meant to be enjoyed right in the garden bed.
'Lilac Wonder' is essentially a "set-it-and-forget-it" tulip. If you are tired of the annual chore of lifting and storing tulip bulbs, this variety is your ideal candidate. It requires minimal maintenance, thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil, and is quite forgiving of minor gardening oversights.
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Classes: Tulip Type
Classes: Tulip Type
Class 1. Early Simple. These tulips have been known since the end of the 17th century. They are characterized by low stems (25-40 cm), strong and sturdy, resistant to rain and wind. Flowers are cup-shaped or bowl-shaped, predominantly warm colors (yellow and red). Early flowering... |
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Groups: By Flowering Period
Groups: By Flowering Period
According to the classification adopted in 1969, all existing varieties, introduced species, their cultivars, and various hybrids are grouped into 15 garden classes. Similar classes are further grouped into four groups. Among them, by flowering time, three groups are distinguishe... |
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| Blooming: Petal Color | |
| Plant Height | Low |
| Catalog | Catalog → Tulips |
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