Tulipa-Historic ‘Lac Van Rijn’

Tulipa 'Lac Van Rijn' is a rare survivor of Tulipmania introduced in 1620 with single, crown-shaped flowers in purple and ivory.

Tulipa ‘Lac Van Rijn’ (pronounced Lock von Rhine) is a rare survivor of Tulipmania introduced in 1620 and preserved at the Hortus Bulborum. A single early tulip, it is crown shaped, in warm purple and ivory. Dutch tulips grow best where they do not have to compete with other plants. Large hybrid tulips can be maintained in the garden if given a sunny location with rich soil.

Common Name:  Historic Tulip - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]

Family:  Liliaceae (The Lily Family)

Zone Hardiness:  4-7

Light:  Full Sun

Height:  12-24"

Width:  4-8"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Purple

Secondary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Perennial

Bloom Time:  Early Spring

Soil Moisture:  Average

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Fragrance:  Yes

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Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

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