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Yellow Dawn
Tulips
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Classes: Tulip Type
Greg's Tulip
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Red, Lilac
Plant Height
Medium
About product
A resilient Greigii-class tulip offering a bold mix of red and lilac hues with exceptional weather hardiness.
Classes: Tulip Type
Greg's Tulip
Groups: By Flowering Period
Mid-season
Blooming: Petal Color
Red, Lilac
Plant Height
Medium
Description
The Greigii Advantage: Why Choose Yellow Dawn
Tulips in the Greigii group (Tulipa greigii) occupy a distinct niche in professional gardening. Unlike the towering Dutch hybrids, Yellow Dawn offers a blend of compact structure and intense color, making it a favorite for foreground planting and rock gardens where plant architecture is just as important as the bloom itself.
Visual Profile and Performance
The aesthetic appeal of Yellow Dawn lies in the striking contrast between its red and lilac petals. As the blooms open wide under the sun, the intricate interior patterns characteristic of the Greigii class become visible. A significant advantage is the foliage; these tulips often feature decorative brownish mottling, ensuring the plant remains visually interesting even before the buds appear.
- Flowering Time: A mid-season bloomer that bridges the gap between early botanical species and late-blooming hybrids.
- Height: Being of medium height, this tulip is exceptionally sturdy and resistant to gusty spring winds that often flatten taller varieties.
- Resilience: Inherently adapted to fluctuating spring temperatures, this variety is highly reliable for unpredictable climates.
Who is this tulip for?
Yellow Dawn is the ideal choice for those seeking a «wilder,» more natural appearance without sacrificing the predictability of a cultivated variety. It is perfect for low-maintenance landscapes, as it does not require annual lifting and thrives when left undisturbed. However, potential growers should note its primary requirement: full sun. In shaded areas, the plant will lose its compact form, become leggy, and the vibrant lilac tones may wash out. For those with sun-drenched garden spots, Yellow Dawn offers a durable, high-impact aesthetic that few other tulips can match.
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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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