Among botanical tulips, orphanidea Flava stands out for its striking stature and unusual colour palette. This rare variety, valued by collectors, displays deep yellow petals highlighted with subtle red, orange and green tones - a combination especially noticeable on the tightly closed buds. Growing to a compact height of 15-25 cm, orphanidea Flava creates neat clumps that add a naturalistic touch to borders, rock gardens and path edges. Its resilient character and modest size make it equally well suited to containers, where the plant’s distinctive form and colour become a focal point each spring.
Plant orphanidea Flava bulbs in autumn, ideally from September to November. This timing gives the bulbs enough opportunity to establish roots before winter sets in, ensuring strong growth in spring.
Set bulbs 6-8 cm deep in well-drained soil. This depth protects them from winter cold and encourages healthy, robust shoots as the season changes.
Position bulbs 8-10 cm apart. This spacing supports a harmonious, compact clump while allowing each plant enough room for healthy development.
Orphanidea Flava reaches 15-25 cm at maturity, forming elegant, low-growing groups. Its restrained height makes it a strong choice for the front of borders or for mixed plantings in pots.
Flowers appear in April, providing a vibrant display as the garden begins to wake from winter. The intense colours and unique shape offer a distinct accent among spring garden bulbs.
This species is fully hardy and overwinters well in the ground without extra protection. Bulbs left in situ can thrive for several seasons, provided the soil drains freely and does not remain waterlogged.
Orphanidea Flava is suited to rockeries, border edges, and alongside paths or lawns. Its small size and weather resistance also make it ideal for container planting on terraces and balconies. Over time, these perennial bulbs can naturalise on sunny slopes, forming increasingly impressive clumps year after year.
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Each pack contains 5 orphanidea Flava tulip bulbs. Every label provides practical information for successful planting and care.
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