Stunning Apricot

Botanical Profile and Morphology

The Stunning Apricot tulip is a classic representative of the Single Late Tulip group. The structural integrity of the cultivar lies in its bloom construction: the petals are dense with a distinct satin texture, maintaining a perfect goblet shape even under moderate precipitation. The salmon coloration of the petals demonstrates high lightfastness, which is critical for late-blooming varieties when solar intensity reaches its peak.

Agrotechnical Resistance Metrics

The primary advantage of Stunning Apricot in a production cycle is its selective resistance to common bulb pathogens:

• Monilinia: genetically determined tissue resistance prevents the development of gray mold and necrosis during periods of high humidity.
• Cladosporium (Shot hole disease): the density of the leaf cuticle impedes fungal penetration, significantly reducing the necessity for preventative fungicide applications.
• Plum Pox Virus (Sharka): high tolerance levels to this virus allow for cultivation without the risk of rapid stock degradation, a rare trait among decorative bulbs.

Practical Application and Performance

The plant reaches medium height, achieving an optimal balance between peduncle length and structural stiffness. The stem possesses sufficient rigidity to support a heavy, dense bloom without lodging during wind stress. Due to its late flowering window, this cultivar is ideal for concluding supply chains or landscape installations requiring visual consistency in May. Stunning Apricot demonstrates a predictable propagation rate, maintaining variety-specific traits over multiple seasons when standard bulb storage protocols are followed.