Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to tulip fire and bulb rot in poorly drained soil
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs, aphids and stem and bulb eelworm; squirrels may eat the bulbs
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tulip 'Piccolo' · Pests & diseases
tulip 'Piccolo' · Tulipa 'Piccolo'
Plant 10-15cm deep in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun, protect from excessive wet and shelter from strong winds; see tulip cultivation
Watering: Moist soil during active growth, then reduce watering after foliage yellowsSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten, skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]