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Tulipa humilis 'Alba Coerulea Oculata'

Tulipa humilis 'Alba Coerulea Oculata'

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An exceptionally beautiful tulip, Tulipa humilis 'Alba Coerulea Oculate' features brilliant, white-pointed petals with clear, bright blue centers. Growing 6-8" tall and blooming in early to mid-spring, Alba Coerulea Oculata starts off tulip season with plenty of color and charm. Plant these dainty garden gems once and they will come back year after year. They naturalize well. They're perfect for adding color and interest to rock gardens or the front of borders. They also grow well in containers. For the best results, plant tulip bulbs in well-drained soil and in full sun to partial shade.
  • Hardiness Zones 3-8
  • Mature Height 6 - 8 inches
  • Bloom Time Early to mid spring (March-April)
  • Light Requirements Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
  • Ship As5-6 CM Bulb
  • Container Friendly
  • Attracts Pollinators
  • Naturalizes Well

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Botanical Name: Tulipa humilis 'Alba Coerulea Oculata'

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  • Botanical Name:

    Tulipa humilis 'Alba Coerulea Oculata'

  • Ship As:

    Bulb

  • Size:

    5-6 CM

  • Suggested Uses:

    Borders, Bouquets, Container Gardening, Cut Flowers, Naturalizing, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Attract Pollinator

  • Flower Color:

    Blue, White

  • Flower Form:

    2" star shaped flowers

  • Foliage Type:

    Gray-green, linear or broadly ovate.

  • Mature Spread:

    3 - 4 inches

  • Spacing:

    3 - 6 inches

Growing Tips

  • Planting Instructions:

    3" deep and 3 - 6" apart.

  • Soil Moisture:

    Well drained

  • Will Tolerate:

    Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil

  • Pruning Instructions:

    Only dead heading. It is important to let the foliage mature and die down naturally, do not cut back. Next year's bloom is being developed

  • Winter Care:

    Mulch +/- 2"

  • Planting Depth:

    3" deep

  • Watering Requirements:

    Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater

  • Fertilization Requirements:

    Once per year in spring

  • Special Care:

    Not needed

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Reviewed by 5 customers

No blue color

Submitted 3 years ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

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They all came up, waited for the blue color and did not happen. Would not reorder, expensive flower

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These didn't bloom for me

Submitted 3 years ago

By anonymous

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Sadly none of these bloomed. They sent up healthy green shoots....but zero flowers. Hopefully next year!

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No blooming

Submitted 3 years ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

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They all died No blooming

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Truly beautiful — ages to true blue

Submitted 4 years ago

By VelvetMarmoset

From Uxbridge, MA

So I ordered these as a blue flower lover, but honestly expecting them to be more purple than blue, as so many "blue" flowers are. When they opened, I saw what I expected — purple eyes — BUT! — a few days later, they eyes aged to gorgeous true blue. These are diminutive flowers, but worth it. Deer didn't touch them, but I was pretty aggressive with hot pepper and mint spray and a fishing line edge. I've only had them for one spring, so I don't know how well they'll return yet, but fingers crossed. These started opening around mid April here in zone 6a their first spring. They were not the first of my species tulips to bloom, but they were definitely in the earlier half of the 8+ varieties I grew this year. The blooms lasted well over a week, opening in the sun and closing in the shade.

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Several days after first opening, the eye is changing from purple to blue.
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Roughly a week after first opening, the eye has turned blue
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Assorted spring bulbs — the white is tulipa humilis 'Alba Coreulea Oculata,' and I believe the other tulips are 'Persian Pearl.' There are a couple of tiny anemones too, and of course some hyacinths. #hyacinths #tulips #anemones #spring #springflowers #bulbs #springbulbs #flowers #flowersofinstagram #speciestulips
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I have been eagerly awaiting these. Supposedly deer don't like species tulips, but I was still worried I'd never see these bloom because the deer have been rather indiscriminate in the past. Tulipa humilis 'Alba Coreulea Oculata' did not disappoint! #tulips #speciestulips #bulbs #spring #springbulbs #flowers #flowersofinstagram #whiteflowers #tulipahumilis
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When they first open, the eyes are purple — but wait!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Beautiful

Submitted 5 years ago

By BS

From PA

Small and more purple than blue but they are really pretty. I've gotten lots of complements on these. Not something you see in everyone's yard so you can really stand out.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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How many bulbs in one bag?
Asked by Jean
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Tulipa humilis Alba Coerulea Oculata offer includes 25 bulbs.Was this answer helpful to you
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none of these came up last year. Are they not recommended in Colorado? We are z5b
Asked by dk
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Tulip humilis 'Alba Coerulea Oculata' is suggested for zones 3 to 8. They should grow well in your area. We are sorry to hear they didn't perform and will be happy to honor our Lifetime Guarantee. I will email you the details.Was this answer helpful to you
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Tulipa humilis 'Alba Coerulea Oculata' how many come in one bag? It is pretty expensive and I am curious as to how many that equated to. Thanks!
Asked by Tee
Verified Reply - AngelaThis offer includes 25 bulbs. You can locate that information in the pricing box just above the "Cost per bag" section. Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi. I believe I live in Zone 9, but I was wondering if it's possible that these flowers will work in my garden. Is there anything I could do to encourage their success or should I not bother? (My garden has areas both in shade and sun so I have a few options. Also, could this live in a hanging basket? Thank you!!!
Asked by Maddie
Verified Reply - AngelaTulips are suggested for USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8 because of the chilling hours required for the bulbs to produce flowers. You can pre-chill bulbs and plant them as annuals. You could also dig them up every fall and store/chill them again. Was this answer helpful to you
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don't see where it says how many are in a bag?
Asked by Patty
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Tulipa humilis 'Alba Corulea Oculata" offer includes 25 bulbs. You can locate that information in the pricing box on the top right side. Was this answer helpful to you
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How many comes in one bag?
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Verified Reply - AngelaThe Tulipa humilis Alba Coerulea Oculata offer includes 25 bulbs. Was this answer helpful to you
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How many bulbs in a bag
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Verified Reply - ViciThere are 25 bulbs in a bag.Was this answer helpful to you
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Are the Tulipa humilis 'Alba Coerulea Oculata' deer resistant?
Asked by Christoph
Verified Reply - ViciI don't know if any tulips that are deer resistant.Was this answer helpful to you
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