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California Sun
Tulips
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Classes: Tulip Type
Greg's Tulip
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Red, Lilac
Plant Height
Low
About product
A compact variety with a unique red-lilac finish and high natural resistance to common bulb diseases.
Classes: Tulip Type
Greg's Tulip
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Red, Lilac
Plant Height
Low
Description
A Vibrant Spring Accent: 'California Sun' Greigii Tulip
The 'California Sun' variety stands out among Greigii tulips for its non-trivial coloration. These are not merely red flowers: the petals blend deep crimson with subtle lilac hues, creating a dynamic color-shifting effect. Due to its dwarf habit, this tulip is the ideal solution for the foreground of flower beds, rock gardens, and container planting, where taller varieties would appear cumbersome.
Agricultural Advantages
The main strength of this hybrid is its immunity. Unlike many early and mid-season tulips, 'California Sun' possesses robust resistance to the most destructive bulb diseases:
- Verticillium wilt;
- Fusarium wilt;
- Tobacco mosaic virus.
This natural resistance makes it a smart choice for gardeners who struggle with soil pathogens and want to avoid constant fungicide applications. Its mid-season bloom window allows for a seamless transition from early spring ephemerals to later perennial flowers.
Who is this variety for?
If you are looking for a tulip that won't flop in the wind and doesn't require frequent replanting due to degeneration, 'California Sun' is your best bet. Its greatest strength lies in the density of its stems and the ornamental quality of its leaves, which often display the characteristic mottled pattern typical of the Greigii group. Its limitation is its short stature, making it less suitable for cut flower bouquets; however, it thrives exceptionally well in open ground and borders.
Crop & resistance
Disease resistance
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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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