The Pioneer tulip is a variety that sports scarlet red, wrinkled petals that resemble bird feathers. This unique, strange flower belongs to the parrot tulips that are considered truly extravagant among the representatives of the Tulipa genus. Magnificent dark green buds that slowly transform into extraordinary flowers constitute a charming sight. The slightly exotic Pioneer tulip is a wonderful flower for planting in gardens and using in the most unusual of bouquets. Erect stems that carry dark red flowers grow from 40 to 50 centimetres tall. Their colourful petals fully unfold their beauty in April and May. The pioneer tulip is a splendidly flowering plant whose deep stunning colour would please the most picky collectors.

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 Pioneer tulip, sized 12/+ cm. Basic plant information and growing instructions can be found in the product information printed on the package.

• Variety: Pioneer
• Use: ornamental - garden, planters, cut flower
• Flower colour: scarlet red
• 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