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Christina van Kooten
Tulips
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Classes: Tulip Type
Lilac
Groups: By Flowering Period
Late
Blooming: Petal Color
Pink
Plant Height
High
About product
A sophisticated late-flowering tulip with elegant pink petals and a robust stem structure.
Classes: Tulip Type
Lilac
Groups: By Flowering Period
Late
Blooming: Petal Color
Pink
Plant Height
High
Description
Structural Engineering of the Lily-Flowered Tulip
The 'Christina van Kooten' variety belongs to the Lily-flowered group, defined by its sophisticated floral geometry. The primary mechanical feature is the narrow, elongated tepals with outward-curving tips. This architectural design creates a glass-like silhouette that transitions into a star shape upon full expansion. The cell wall rigidity within the tepals provides structural integrity, allowing the flower to withstand wind gusts without losing its vertical axis.
Agrotechnical Profile
- Flowering Schedule: Late-season bloomer. It acts as an essential closer in the tulip production cycle, effectively extending the decorative window.
- Color Dynamics: Deep pink hues with a pearl sheen. The pigment chemistry is highly resistant to photodegradation, maintaining color intensity under prolonged sun exposure.
- Habit: Tall stem. The high tensile strength of the stalk makes this cultivar an optimal choice for commercial cut-flower production, ensuring durability during transport.
The practical utility of 'Christina van Kooten' lies in its consistent performance and reliable bulb propagation. To maximize visual impact, standard phosphorus-potassium fertilization is required during the budding phase. This ensures optimal pigment saturation and reinforces the mechanical fibers of the tall stem, preventing lodging in field or greenhouse conditions.
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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 | High |
| Catalog | Catalog → Tulips |
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