Parrot tulips, which resemble the namesake tropical birds, are a variation of the classic tulip. These flamboyant flowers, with their notable curled, twisted and wavy petals, stand out in any garden.
Colors
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Parrot tulips come in a variety of bright colors, including white, pink, gold, yellow, orange, red and purple. The petals generally have fringed or serrated edges.
Frame
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Each stem hosts one large, cup-shaped flower bloom. As the flower bloom opens, it gets wider and wider until it is almost flat like a plate.
Warning
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Parrot tulips are sensitive to weather, and don’t fare well in cold, wet weather. The petals are easily damaged by rain and wind.
Time Frame
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The parrot tulip blooms in mid to late spring.
Size
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The parrot tulip is usually about 12-28 inches tall, averaging about 16 inches, making it a great background or border pant.
Types
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Some varieties of parrot tulip include the Apricot Parrot, Black Parrot, Blue Parrot, Estella Rynveldt, Fantasy, Flaming Parrot, Orange Favourite, Rococo, Texas Flame, Texas Gold and White Parrot.
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