How to grow and care for Tulipa sylvestris
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Tulipa sylvestris
Tulipa sylvestris 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Family : Liliaceae
🪴 Root&Soil
Most have fibrous roots and reproduce primarily through bulbs or tubers.
Genus : Tulipa
🔖 Care Tips
Choose large and firm bulbs. Plant bulbs in fall (October-November) at a depth of 5-15 cm, with the pointed end facing up. Space large bulbs 20 cm apart and small ones 10-15 cm apart. For spring planting, buy pre-chilled bulbs to ensure blooming. When potting, keep bulbs below 5°C for 10-12 weeks in winter for flowering. Avoid balconies as they may not provide enough cold. Plant in well-drained soil, sheltered from wind, to prevent fragile flower stems from breaking.
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant primarily grows in Central Asia. It thrives in cool and refreshing environments.
🪨 Soil Mix
Planting in a sunny spot is ideal. Use well-draining soil, typically mixing 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% charcoal. Adjust the mix based on specific conditions and environment.
🌡️ Environment
Maintain a temperature of 21-25°C and humidity of 40-70%.
☀️ Light
To help the plant grow healthily, place it in a well-lit area.
💧 Water
If you planted bulbs in the yard, water them after planting. After that, you don't need to water unless the soil is very dry, as it retains moisture well. If you planted them in a pot, water after planting and ensure the soil doesn't dry out too much. If it does, lightly mist the surface soil. Once sprouts begin to appear, water immediately whenever the surface soil dries out.
🌱 Propagate
When the leaves start to yellow, it's best to keep the soil dry for bulb harvesting. Once about 60% of the leaves have yellowed and the soil is sufficiently dry, you can harvest the bulbs. After harvesting, dry the bulbs in the shade for 3-5 days. Store them in a cool, shaded, and well-ventilated area using newspaper or mesh bags. Alternatively, you can leave the bulbs in pots or in the ground without harvesting.
💊 Fertilize
After the flowers have bloomed, it is recommended to use fertilizer 1-2 times a month, following the recommended dosage, to replenish nutrients in the bulbs. Do not fertilize immediately after repotting; wait 2-4 weeks before applying fertilizer.
🌺 Flower
To prolong the life of flowers, cut them just as they begin to bloom and store them in a cool, dark place. Small and weak bulbs may not bloom in their first year after planting. Since flower stems can be soft and break in the wind, it's advisable to use supports in windy environments. Once petals start to dry, remove the flower stem to prevent nutrient waste. If you want seeds, do not remove the stem. After harvesting seeds, it can take 3-5 years of bulb growth before flowers bloom.
😵 Toxicity
Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.
water
How to water Tulipa sylvestris
How often should I water?
check Tulipa sylvestris Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Tulipa sylvestris need?
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Tulipa sylvestris likes Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 10K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
10K
Temperature
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Tulipa sylvestris at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Tulipa sylvestris prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Tulipa sylvestris is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Liliopsida, Order: Liliales, Family: Liliaceae, Genus: Tulipa, Species: Tulipa sylvestris
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Tulipa |
| Species | Tulipa sylvestris |
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