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Tulipa 'Madame Lefeber'

Family Liliaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 30 - 35 cm (12 - 14 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Tulipa 'Madame Lefeber' (fosteriana tulip) bears showy, striped and multi-coloured bright red and fragrant blossoms during early spring. The foliage is matte and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Tulipa 'Madame Lefeber' (fosteriana tulip) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, foundation and specimen.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Tulipa 'Madame Lefeber' (fosteriana tulip) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.