Oxford Elite
Tulipa 'Oxford Elite'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 4-6 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | 6-8 in deep |
| Chilling hours | 14-16 weeks below 40°F |
| Life expectancy | 3-5 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining, fertile loamy or sandy soil |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 3-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Linear (Long, narrow) |
| Foliage colour | Bright green |
| Bloom | Red with yellow edges |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Summer Dormant |
Root System
| System | Specialized Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Coarse Roots (> 2 mm) |
| Function | Transport Roots (Higher Orders) |
| Propagation | Bulb offsets; plant new bulbs each fall |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Golden Oxford, Dutch Iris, Daffodils |
Where it came from
| Grower | Home Depot |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Home Depot |
Care
Deadhead to preserve bulb energy. Allow foliage to yellow naturally before removing.
Maintenance
Lift bulbs in summer in wet climates. Treat with fungicide before storage.
Cleanup
Cut foliage after fully yellowed. Mulch lightly for zone 5 winter protection.
Notes
Darwin Hybrid with strong stems. Bicolored red and yellow blooms provide vivid spring display. Excellent cut flower.