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Dasystemon Tarda

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Product Information
🚚 Shipping Starts: Sold-out for this season
📦 Quantity per Package: 10 Bulbs

Specifications
☀️ Light Required: Full Sun / Partial Shade
🌷 Height: 3"
🌸 Blooming Period: Mid Spring
🌱 Bulb Size: 6/+
Planting Distance: 3-4"
Planting Depth: 4"
📍 Hardiness Zone: Zone 3-9
🦌 Deer Resistant: No
💐 Minimum Bulbs for Effect: 10-15
Dasystemon Tarda

About Dasystemon Tarda

Invite the Tulip Dasystemon Tarda into your garden and experience the allure of its delicate beauty. Its compact and low-growing nature makes it an ideal choice for border plantings and enchanting rock gardens. Bestowed with hardiness and resilience, Tulip Dasystemon Tarda thrives in various climates, rewarding you with its unparalleled beauty year after year. Hereby are some product highlights and planting tips.

  • Captivating and rare Tulip Dasystemon Tarda variety
  • Vibrant white petals with sunny yellow centers
  • Compact and low-growing, perfect for borders and rock gardens
  • Hardy and resilient, thriving in various climates
  • Easy to plant and maintain

How to plant and take care of Dasystemon Tarda

  • Choose a well-drained location with full or partial sun exposure
  • Plant bulbs in the fall, before the first frost, at a depth of 6 inches
  • Space bulbs about 4-5 inches apart for a lush display
  • Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil moist during the growing season
  • Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth
  • Remove faded flowers to prevent seed formation and encourage new blooms
  • Mulch the soil to retain moisture and suppress weed growth
  • Protect from excessive moisture in the winter by providing good drainage

Frequently Asked Questions

Dasystemon Tarda tulip bulbs are considered deer resistant. These beautiful tulips possess natural characteristics that make them unattractive to deer. The bulbs contain compounds and scents that deter deer from feeding on them. However, it's important to note that while deer generally avoid these tulips, in times of extreme hunger or scarcity, they may still nibble on them. To minimize the risk of deer damage, it is recommended to plant other deer-resistant plants alongside Dasystemon Tarda tulips and employ additional deer repellent measures in your garden.

Pinching is not necessary or recommended for Dasystemon Tarda tulips. Unlike some other tulip varieties, Dasystemon Tarda tulips do not require pinching to enhance their growth or flowering. These tulips naturally grow to a compact height, typically reaching around 4-6 inches. They have a delightful low-growing habit that makes them perfect for rock gardens, borders, or containers. By allowing the tulips to grow and bloom naturally without interference, you can enjoy their charming beauty without the need for pinching.

The secret to successfully growing Dasystemon Tarda tulips lies in providing them with the ideal growing conditions. These tulips thrive in well-draining soil and prefer a sunny to partially shaded location. When planting the bulbs, ensure they are placed at a depth of around 3-4 inches and spaced approximately 2-3 inches apart. Adequate water is crucial during the growing season, especially in dry periods, but be cautious not to overwater as this can cause bulb rot. After the tulips have finished blooming, allow the foliage to wither naturally to nourish the bulbs for the following year's growth.

Dasystemon Tarda tulips bulbs produce delightful blooms that typically last for a few weeks. The exact duration of their blooming period can be influenced by various factors such as environmental conditions, climate, and specific growing conditions. On average, you can expect the blooms to persist for approximately 6-8 weeks. The early spring flowering period of Dasystemon Tarda tulips adds a burst of color to your garden, providing a captivating display. By planting multiple bulbs and staggering their bloom times, you can enjoy an extended period of tulip blossoms and maximize the visual impact in your outdoor space.

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