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Tulipa Monte Orange- Double Early Tulip

Tulipa Monte Orange
Tulip

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Variety of tulip offering magnificent flowers in shades of orange. Flowering early in the season, it brings a touch of elegance to your garden with its large double flowers. It can be planted in a bed of bulbs or associated with perennials or other annuals for a harmonious spring composition, or cultivated in a container on a balcony. Measuring between 30 and 40 centimetres (12 and 16 inches) in height, its flowers stand on long stems, adding refinement and grace to this tulip. With a good vase-life, the flowers can be used in bouquets, where their light fragrance will not go unnoticed.
Flower size
10 cm
Height at maturity
35 cm
Spread at maturity
10 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -18°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil, Moist soil
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Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time September to December
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Description

The Early Double Tulip 'Monte Orange' stands out for the intensity of its early flowering, starting in the early days of spring. The flowers, with their orange tones and delicate fragrance, bring charm and appeal to the garden. Thanks to its long and sturdy stems, it can withstand inclement weather without difficulty. This tulip is perfect for enhancing flower beds, borders, pots, and containers, not to mention its long-lasting qualities in bouquets. Its flowering follows that of early single tulips.

The Early Double Tulip 'Monte Orange' belongs to the Lily family. Of horticultural origin, it is classified in the group of early double tulips, whose main characteristic is that they all flower at the same height, making them a preferred category among enthusiasts of well-arranged flower beds. Perched on sturdy stems measuring 30-40 cm (12-16in), just above the broadly lanceolate leaves, the double flowers, 9 to 11 cm (4in) wide when fully open, unfold in a dense and colourful array of petals. The beautiful flowers, composed of numerous orange petals, have a superb colour. The flowering takes place in April, at the heart of the tulip season. The foliage, consisting of beautiful glaucous lanceolate leaves, turns yellow and then dries up a few weeks after flowering, while the bulb goes into dormancy.

Early double tulips add an original touch of colour to your flower beds and bouquets, while being resistant and capable of withstanding various weather conditions. When designing your flower beds, it is important to consider the height and flowering period, as these may vary from one cultivar to another. It is recommended to plant some extra bulbs specifically for picking, as these tulips are perfect for floral arrangements that remain fresh for a long time in a vase. The 'Monte Orange' tulip adapts easily to all styles of gardens. In a contemporary garden, it creates a wonderful contrast with varieties such as the Triomphe 'Fontainebleau' or the Early Double Tulip 'Palmyra'. With its double orange flowers, it adds charm to a romantically inspired garden alongside yellow tulips like the Early Double Tulip 'Orca' or red tulips like the Early Double Tulip 'Eternal Flame'. In a natural garden, Forget-me-nots, Wood Hyacinths, or Grape Hyacinths will enhance its warm hues. Yellow bulbous plants like daffodils are also an excellent choice, as are foliage plants such as heucheras.

 

Plant habit

Height at maturity 35 cm
Spread at maturity 10 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour orange
Flowering time April
Inflorescence Solitary
Flower size 10 cm
Fragrance slightly scented
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Tulipa

Cultivar

Monte Orange

Family

Liliaceae

Other common names

Tulip

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Planting and care

Plant the 'Monte Orange' tulip bulbs in autumn, from September to December, at a depth of 15 cm (6in), spacing them 10 cm (4in) apart. The planting should be done in ordinary soil, slightly acidic, neutral, or slightly alkaline, loose, well-worked, and well-drained. Never add undecomposed manure or compost to the planting soil, as this could cause the bulbs to rot. The tulip will grow well in moist to dry soil in summer. Plant it in a good location, sunny or partially shaded. Once flowering is finished, it is preferable to remove the fruits to avoid exhausting the plant. 

Planting period

Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time September to December
Planting depth 12 cm

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -18°C (USDA zone 7a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 50 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, Well-drained, loose, rich soil

Care

Pruning instructions Once flowering is finished, it is preferable to remove the fruits so as not to exhaust the plant. Remove the foliage once it is dry.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time May to June
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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