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Rio Grande
Tulips
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Classes: Tulip Type
Triumph
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Red, Lilac
Plant Height
Medium
Prices in stores
from4.6 €per 1000 pcs
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About product
A resilient Triumph tulip variety prized for its robust resistance to fungal diseases and distinctive red-lilac color profile.
Classes: Tulip Type
Triumph
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Red, Lilac
Plant Height
Medium
Description
A Benchmark for Professional Floriculture
The 'Rio Grande' tulip stands as a staple in the Triumph class. Born from the hybridization of early tulips and Darwin hybrids, this variety has spent decades defining market standards for reliability and vigor. For growers seeking a predictable and high-performing crop, 'Rio Grande' remains a trusted choice.
Disease Resistance and Agronomic Value
Commercial viability is the hallmark of 'Rio Grande.' Its genetic profile offers significant resistance to Verticillium and Fusarium wilt—two of the most devastating threats in bulb production. This inherent hardiness allows growers to reduce the frequency of fungicide applications, making it a sustainable and cost-effective option for both greenhouse forcing and field production.
Market Aesthetics and Versatility
Classified as a mid-season bloomer, this tulip fits seamlessly into commercial production schedules. Its aesthetic appeal is defined by a bold red petal base infused with sophisticated lilac undertones, a color profile that commands high interest during peak spring market periods. Its structural integrity, characterized by an average stem height and a firm, goblet-shaped bloom, ensures that the cut flower maintains its appearance long after harvest, making it a favorite for bouquet designers.
- Class: Triumph.
- Color Palette: Vibrant red with deep lilac highlights.
- Health Profile: Excellent resistance to fungal wilt.
- Application: Professional cut flower production, forcing, and landscaping.
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 | Medium |
| Catalog | Catalog → Tulips |
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