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Tulip, Purple Flag

Purple Flag tulips are a majestic sight to behold. These vibrant, royal purple blooms, with their classic cupped shape, are a true testament to the wonders of nature. These triumph tulips offer sturdy stems and an exceptional flower shape, making them beautiful cut flowers. Purple Flag tulips offer a showstopping display when planted en masse or in containers.

  • Beautiful cut flower
  • Excellent for containers
  • Attracts pollinators
  • Great for beginner gardeners

Close-up bloom of a Purple Flag tulip against a field of other purple tulips in soft focus
A bouquet of Purple Flag tulips in a tin bucket
A close-up shot of a bouquet of Purple Flag tulips
Close-up bloom of a Purple Flag tulip against a field of other purple tulips in soft focus

Plant Details +

Botanical Tulipa 'Purple Flag'
Common Name Tulip Purple Flag
Height 18-20"
Spacing 5"
Hardiness Zones 3-8
Exposure Full Sun to Part Shade
Foliage Green
Flower Purple
Bloomtime Late Spring

Planting/Care Instructions +

Planting Instructions: The product should be planted immediately after received in the fall. In extremely warm climates, plant when the ground cools. You may plant earlier or later as long as the ground is not too warm or frozen. 1. Dig a hole 3-4 inches deep or two times the height of the bulb. 2. Set the bulbs firmly in place, with the pointed ends facing upward. 3. Cover the bulbs with soil and water thoroughly. Grow in sun in informal groupings of 5 or more bulbs. Plant bulbs in fall 3-4 inches deep or about two times the height of the bulb and 5" apart in well-drained soil with plenty of humus. Remove old flowers leaving as much stem and foliage as possible until they die down. Plant bulbs in containers with soil and cool at 40° for 15 weeks. Follow these easy to grow tips.