Tulipa White Triumphator

Tulipa 'White Triumphator' is a superb old variety, dating back to 1942, still appreciated for its long slender flowers of immaculate white. Its elegance is undeniable in bouquets and flower beds. This pure white flower with pointed and slightly recurved petals opens in a star shape. It often dominates the colourful mosaic formed by other lily-flowered tulips, as they all bloom at the same time, at the end of April or beginning of May. 'White Triumphator' lives for many years in the garden, and faithfully blooms every year.

Tulipa 'White Triumphator' belongs to the Liliaceae family. It has received the RHS Award of Garden Merit. It is classified in division 6 of horticultural tulips. They were created at the beginning of the 20th century. The main characteristics of this category are as follows: they bear single flowers and bloom in the second half of spring, the cups are narrow, and the pointed petals are recurved when they open before opening in a star shape with a width of 8cm (3in). During the day, these flowers become spider-like, and widely open. This variety will reach 55cm (22in) in height when flowering. The flowering, like an explosion of white stars, takes place at the end of April or beginning of May. The foliage is thinner than that of other tulips. Each solitary flower is supported by a stem that appears delicate, but is very resistant to bad weather.

Lily-flowered tulips have become rare in our gardens. 'White Triumphator' will look wonderful in large flower beds, especially in a white garden. Its neutral and pure colour complements other tulips in very varied shades. Planting with other tulips will extend the flowering season. Pair it with Corsican hellebores and euphorbias for dazzling scenes. It can be planted in borders, rockeries, flower beds, pots, and containers. It pairs perfectly with tall perennials. The flowers are ideal for creating elegant bouquets. Only use a little water in a vase. If your tulips open too quickly, you can add two to three ice cubes to the vase each day. Many varieties of lily-flowered tulips are grown for forcing and produce cut flowers for a large part of the year.