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The Tulip ‘Fusilier’, ‘Tulipa species’, a fall planted bulb, produce red flowers on short stems. They actally produce a “bunch” of red flowers per bulb. The Species Tulips are rarely planted in large masses because their main feature is their uniqueness. Species Tulips are suitable for rock gardens and small group plantings, and they prefer to be left in the ground to multiply naturally. Species tulips are the wildflowers of the tulip family, and these hardy Species tulips require less work. They are less vulnerable to stormy spring weather, and their generally short stems don’t bend in strong winds. Their flowers usually remain closed through the morning or on cloudy days, showing only the outside color of the petals. When warmed by the sun, they open to reveal another petal color on the inside. It’s like having two different flowers in the same space at once. Spent flowers should be removed so that the energy goes into revitalizing bulbs instead of seeds. The leaves should not be cut back until they begin to yellow. This permits bulbs to recharge before going summer-dormant.

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The Daffodil ‘Full Cheer’, ‘ Narcissi double’, a fall planted bulb, is a combination of two varieties that is highly prized for its scarce color combination among Narcissi and the magnificently formed double shape. Full Cheer is a combination of Double Cheerfulness and Yellow Cherfullness tulips. The fully double blooms measure 4″ in diameter. Full Cheer is a must for the Daffodil collector! The blossoms last up to 4 weeks and appear in very early spring. They are great for mass plantings, containers, and borders. Full Cheer bulbs, once planted, can remain in the ground for many years. They will multiply and produce the most abundant flowering results in the 2nd and 3rd year. If necessary, very large clumps of bulbs can be lifted as soon as the leaves wither, and then they can be divided and replanted as soon as possible. After flowering, let the leaves yellow before cutting them back. The plants are deer, rabbit, and squirrel resistant.

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The Tulip ‘Spring Green’, ‘Tulipa Viridiflora’, a fall planted bulb, is very unique tulip variety. This dramatic yellow and green tulip features an unusually shaped pistil. They are perfect for cut-flower arrangements and garden displays. For the best effects, plant the bulbs in clusters of 5 to 15 bulbs of one variety, or scatter clusters throughout the garden or flower border. Tulips do best in well-drained soil. It is advisable not to plant tulips in the same location in the garden year after year. These tulips are excellent for warmer climatic zones.

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The Tulip ‘Inzell’, ‘Tulipa triumph’, a fall planted bulb, is a new to our lineup this year. This variety has a pure white bloom. Triumph Tulips are the largest and one of the most important class of Tulips. They come in every possible shade of color possible for tulips, including some wonderful pastels. They are particularly esteemed for their beautiful, traditional “tulip” flower shape. Triumph Tulips have sturdy stems and withstand windy weather. They are great for cut flowers and they have a long vase life. These are mid sized tulips with compact leaves and shorter flower stems. They are ideal for pots or even a spring color hedge. Triumph tulips respond well to a cooling period of six weeks in the fridge prior to planting.

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