The Andre Citroen variety belongs to the Triumph group. Similarly to the other tulips of that category, it is characterized by nicely shaped flowers. The classic large conical buds turn into large cups as they unfold. Tulips of this variety flower at the end of April and at the beginning of May, giving a spectacular colour show. Andre Citroen flowers have shiny red petals with yellow edges. This medium early, 40 to 50 centimetres tall tulip is a great solution for flower beds, lawns, and borders. It is also recommended for planters and pots. The presence of the plant and its large flowers makes it a highly regarded cut flower.

Tulips prefer sunny situation or only partial shade. It is worth planning and setting up a tulip flower bed at a frequently visited place. We recommend planting those magnificent flowers next to driveways, a path leading to the house, or in a large planter at the front door.

Tulip bulbs should be planted in autumn. September and October is the optimal time for this activity as the bulbs need time to take root before the winter. Choose light, sandy-clay, loosened soil for tulip cultures. Adding a dab of premium quality soil or compost to the holes is highly recommended. Tulips are rather tolerant when it comes to the site selection. The only thing they do not like is excess moisture in the soil that often leads to diseases.

Plant them between eight and fifteen centimetres deep. Tulip, as species, tolerates gardener's lack of experience, small variations to the planting depth are acceptable. It is recommended to keep the bulbs ten to fifteen centimetres apart. If possible, tulips should be planted in groups of five to ten bulbs or even larger patches that can count up to several dozen of bulbs. It is recommended to dig out the bulbs at the end of June or beginning of July and plant them at some other site in autumn.

A single package contains 5 bulbs of the Andre Citroen tulip. Bulbs size: 12/+ cm (circumference). Basic plant information and growing instructions can be found in the product information printed on the package.

• Variety: Andre Citroen
• Use: ornamental - garden, planters, cut flower
• Growth form: erect
• Flower colour: red with yellow edges
• Vegetation form: perennial
• Site: sunny or partial shade; light, sandy-clay, loosened soil
• Bulb size (circumference):: 12+ cm
• Bulbs: 5
• Height: 40 to 50 cm
• Flowering period: April - May
• Planting period: September - October
• Planting depth (cm): 8 to 15 cm
• Planting distance (cm): 10 to 15 cm
• Wintering in the ground: yes