Tulipa greigii aka Greigs Tulip
Taxonomy
Tulipa greigii, also known as Greig's tulip, is a species of tulip that is native to Central Asia and Iran. This perennial bulb features grey-green, broadly lance-shaped leaves that are streaked and mottled with dark red or purple. The flowers of Tulipa greigii can be either red or yellow, with black markings on a yellow base, and they are held on downy, pink or brown tinted stems. Blooming in early spring, this tulip species stands at a height of about 50cm.
Interestingly, Tulipa greigii is not only a beautiful outdoor plant but also a super rare houseplant that is easy to grow. It thrives with regular watering and prefers long-lasting, direct light, ideally positioned less than 1 foot from a window. This plant enjoys well-draining soil, and if you repot it each time it doubles in size, you won't need to provide additional fertilizers. Belonging to the Tulipa genus, Tulipa greigii is native to Turkmenistan.
Common names
Greigs TulipHow to care for Greigs Tulip
Difficulty
Greigs Tulip is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal attention, making it an excellent choice for beginners.
Water
Greigs Tulip should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Greigs Tulip loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Lighting
Greigs Tulip requires abundant, bright and direct light. Placing it less than one foot from a window is the best way to make sure the plant receives enough light to survive and thrive. Depending on your region, however, the current weather can affect the placement of the plant in your home. For example, in some areas the sun may be too direct and intense, so it's best to place it farther away from the window. You may also need to adjust your placement according to the season as the sunlight can change intensity over the course of the year. If you live in a region with significant temperature fluctuations, such as a desert, you may need to place the plant a bit farther away from the window to avoid extreme heat or cold. With some care and attention, your Greigs Tulip will be sure to bring you many years of beauty and enjoyment.
Toxicity
Greigs Tulip is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.
Humidity
The Greigs Tulip is not in need of supplementary humidity. Most water is taken in by plants through their roots, thus soil watering is the most efficient way to provide humidity to your plants.
Fertilizer
The Greigs Tulip should be repotted either when it doubles in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing new potting soil with all the vital nutrients annually is enough to support the growth of the plant, and thus, there is no need for fertilizer. Remember that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.
Growth-pattern
New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.
Region of origin
Greigs Tulip’s native range is Southern Europe to Central Asia.
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