Greigii tulip 'Red Riding Hood'

Tulips will last a few years if planted in the ground but tend not to establish themselves or grow large clumps. They do well in pots and are sometimes discarded after flowering as it is thought that after the first year the quality has declined

Red Riding Hood likes a position of full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Red Riding Hood is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Bulbs are slow to flower from seed and may not be the same form or colour as the original plant.
Instead, lift the bulbs after the foliage has died back after flowering and collect the small offset bulbs, pot up and grow on, it make take a year or two to make flowers but they will be the same as the original

Sow 3.9 inches (10.0 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 3.9 inches (10.0 cm).

Bulbs are best planted in the autumn and tulips can be put in the ground later than other bulbs, if needs be. Plant in clumps before mid winter for late spring flowering

As Red Riding Hood is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Cut when buds are almost open

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by late spring.