Viridiflora Tulip named Virichic #1

by J McCombie

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Viridiflora Tulip named Virichic #1

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J McCombie

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Virichic certainly lives up to its name, being a very chic Viridiflora. Year after year, this elegant tulip bedazzles me and I am in awe of its beauty in all its stages of splendour. Its vase-shaped Lily-flowering blooms begin with a soft creamy white petal with green flames or stripes down the centre of each petal and as it ages becomes more and more vibrant. The green becomes highlighted with tawny yellow and the cream turns to pink, initially looking peach as it blends with the yellows. But as the flower matures, the softer colours strengthen. The creamy pink becomes darker purplish-pink, the yellows glow and the narrow, wavy petals become slightly pointed and reflexed. Virichic becomes more exquisite, demanding your attention. An entire spring garden could be planted with these tulips and you wouldn't feel like you're missing out in colour or beauty.
Bulb size: 12 cm/up. May. 18". HZ: 3-7. Virichic is beautiful in the garden; but because of her long stem, it also makes an excellent cut flower in a vase. Virichic is worth planting for that purpose alone.
Class 8: Viridiflora Tulips: The term Viridiflora is derived from two Latin words: viridis meaning green and flos meaning flower. All Viridiflora Tulips have a streak of green somewhere on each petal. This contrasts dramatically with the basic flower colour (white, pink, gold, etc.). In addition to this spectacular colour contrast, Viridiflora Tulips are also known for their exceptionally long flowering capability. This makes them a welcome and worthwhile addition to any garden.
Originating in the foothills of Central Europe, tulips were brought to Western Europe in the 16th century and soon became synonymous with the Dutch culture and one of the world's most popular flowers. Tulips look best when grouped into larger sized garden plantings or pots and containers.
Tulip bulbs should be planted during the fall months so that they can flower in the spring. Bloom dates will mostly depend upon the local climate, but exposure to sun and water will also influence timing. These flowers do not require extensive sunlight and will bloom when planted in fully shaded areas. Tulips will typically produce a single flower per bulb, but some varieties will have multiple blooms. Great as a garden flower or cut and placed in a vase, tulips are known to be a declaration of love!
As the name implies, Single Late Tulip varieties are later season bloomers available in a wide selection of colors and designs. The Single Late grouping includes the French tulip types which are some of the tallest varieties and some blooms are oval or egg like in shape. Additionally, this grouping includes some of the most popular tulips of all time. The inclusion of Single Late tulips is a perfect way to extend the blooming color in your garden and bring the spring season to an eventual end. Viridiflora Tulips are a distant cousin of the Single Late Tulip class. These rare tulips are easily recognizable by their green stripes and bloom late in the spring. Exposure to full sun will bring out the rich colors that tulips offer, but some shade will enable a longer blooming period and still offer a colorful addition to your yard or garden.

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