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Salmon Parrot
Tulips
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Classes: Tulip Type
Parrot
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Salmon
Plant Height
Medium
About product
An extraordinary variety with fringed salmon-colored petals reminiscent of exotic bird plumage.
Classes: Tulip Type
Parrot
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Salmon
Plant Height
Medium
Description
Exotic Aesthetics in Your Garden
The Salmon Parrot tulip is one of the most recognizable breeding forms in the world of bulbous plants. Belonging to the parrot tulip group, this cultivar is the result of long-term selection aimed at giving the petals a complex, fringed texture that resembles the plumage of an exotic bird. Unlike classic goblet shapes, Salmon Parrot displays intricately curved edges with deep incisions and ruffling, making it a favorite among landscape designers working with accent plantings.
Agrotechnical Profile
- Flowering Time: A mid-season bloomer. It opens in the middle of the season when early tulips have already faded, allowing for a smooth transition to summer floral arrangements.
- Color Palette: A delicate, deep salmon shade with splashes of greenish streaks on the outside of the petals. As the flower matures, it takes on lighter, pastel tones.
- Dimensions: The plant has a medium height, which ensures the necessary stability of the peduncle even in spring winds.
The reputation of the Salmon Parrot variety is built on its decorative "imperfection." While standard varieties are prized for symmetry, this hybrid is valued for its chaotic beauty and drama. It is perfectly suited for cutting; in a vase, each flower opens uniquely, becoming a standalone art object. In the garden, the variety is best planted in the foreground or along garden paths, where the texture of each petal can be viewed in detail.
When choosing a planting location, it should be noted that parrot varieties are more demanding regarding lighting and protection from strong drafts than classic tulips. However, with proper agrotechnical care, Salmon Parrot becomes the main visual highlight of the garden during the May period.
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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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