Tulipa Orange Emperor

Tulip Orange Emperor is one of the Fosteriana group of Tulips (also known as the Emperor Tulips), which had their origin in central Asia. Tulip Orange Emperor has huge, wide petals, tangerine with greenish markings on the outside and stronger orange with a yellow centre inside. The blooms can measure 10" (25cm) when fully opened out and are slightly scented. Tulip Orange Emperor flowers in March/April for three weeks, so it can make a good foil for daffodils. Follow them with later flowering orange tulips such as Tulip Ballerina for a continuing orange theme. The strong stems, with bright green leaves, can withstand wind, and help make the flower a focal point in the garden, whether border, raised bed or in pots. The bulbs will naturalise in a position they enjoy.

RHS Award of Garden Merit.

This plant/cultivar has been awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit because it has proved to be reliable in appropriate conditions and a good performing plant. 

Planting Instructions

Plant Tulip Orange Emperor in a sunny position in well-drained, fertile soil, at about 6" (15cm) deep, and 5" (12cm) apart, in groups of 5 or more, about 7 per sq foot. It is also suitable for containers. Don''t be in a rush to get the tulips into the ground as they will benefit from planting in late October or early November, by which time the first frosts will have reduced disease levels in the soil.

Plant Details

Flowers March/April
Height 16" (40cm)
Hardy