tulip 'Van Eijk'

tulip 'Van Eijk' · Propagation

tulip 'Van Eijk' · Tulipa 'Van Eijk'

Plant bulbs in late autumn, at a depth of 10-15cm (4-6in) in fertile, well-drained soil. Choose a sunny position, with protection from strong winds and excess winter wet. Lift bulbs annually, once the leaves have died down, and ripen in a cool greenhouse, keeping dry over the summer. See tulip cultivation for more details

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]

How to Propagate tulip 'Van Eijk'?

Propagate by division, separating offsets in summer when bulbs are lifted. Replant the largest bulbs in autumn, and grow on smaller ones in a nursery bed for a year. See bulb propagation for more details. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use