Hutton's Cape tulip

How to Grow and Care for Hutton's Cape tulip

Hutton's Cape tulip · Moraea huttonii

Grow in a sheltered, sunny site in well-drained soil, protect from excessive winter wet and mulch in winter in cold areas. Grow under glass in areas with severe winter frosts in a loam-based compost (JI No 2) with added sharp grit. Water sparingly when growth begins and freely in full growth. Dry off as leaves wither, to ensure a dry dormancy

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterloggingSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Hutton's Cape tulip

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in a sheltered, sunny site in well-drained soil, protect from excessive winter wet and mulch in winter in cold areas. Grow under glass in areas with severe winter frosts in a loam-based compost (JI No 2) with added sharp grit. Water sparingly when growth begins and freely in full growth. Dry off as leaves wither, to ensure a dry dormancy

How to Water Hutton's Cape tulip?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Hutton's Cape tulip?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Hutton's Cape tulip?

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What Soil Is Best for Hutton's Cape tulip?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Hutton's Cape tulip?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Hutton's Cape tulip?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

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How to Prune Hutton's Cape tulip?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Hutton's Cape tulip?

Propagate by seed, or separate offsets when dormant

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How to Transplant Hutton's Cape tulip?

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How to Care for Hutton's Cape tulip in Winter?

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How to Plant Hutton's Cape tulip?

Grow in a sheltered, sunny site in well-drained soil, protect from excessive winter wet and mulch in winter in cold areas. Grow under glass in areas with severe winter frosts in a loam-based compost (JI No 2) with added sharp grit. Water sparingly when growth begins and freely in full growth. Dry off as leaves wither, to ensure a dry dormancy

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How to Repot Hutton's Cape tulip?

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How to Harvest Hutton's Cape tulip?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of Hutton's Cape tulip

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of Hutton's Cape tulip

Plant typeBulbs · Conservatory Greenhouse
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitColumnar upright
OriginTemp Southern Africa

Scientific Classification

Species
Moraea huttonii
Genus
Moraea
Family
Iridaceae
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