Tulip
Tulip Detailed Encyclopedia Introduction
Tulip is a symbol of spring, rich in color, elegant in shape, the national flower of the Netherlands, suitable for potted and ground planting.
Basic Info
Family：Liliaceae
Scientific Name：Tulipa
Origin：Central Asia, Turkey
Flowering Period：Spring
Height：10-70cm
Lifespan：Perennial bulb
Morphology
Leaves：Long oval, green, smooth surface
Flowers：Bell or cup shaped, 6 petals, bright colors
Roots：Bulbous, scaly
Stem：Erect, hollow
Growth Habits
Soil Requirements：Loose, well-drained sandy soil
Watering Needs：Keep soil slightly moist, avoid waterlogging
Light Requirements：Prefers ample sunlight, avoid strong direct light
Temperature Requirements：10-20°C, needs winter cold
Classification & Varieties
Main Classifications
Ornamental Varieties
Professional Care
✂️ Pruning Management
Pruning Timing：Prune flower stalks after flowering, keep leaves until natural withering
Pruning Method：Cut off flower stalks, keep leaves for photosynthesis
Pruning Purpose：Accumulate nutrients for bulbs, promote flowering next year
Required Tools：Sharp scissors, gloves
🛡️ Pest & Disease Management
Common Pests：
Common Diseases：
Prevention Measures：Choose healthy bulbs, avoid continuous cropping, maintain ventilation
Treatment Methods：Crop rotation, soil disinfection, remove diseased plants
🌱 Fertilization Management
Fertilizer Type：Phosphorus-potassium fertilizer, bulb-specific fertilizer
Fertilization Frequency：Base fertilizer at planting, 1-2 top dressings during growth
Fertilization Timing：At planting, budding period, after flowering
Fertilization Amount：50-100g base fertilizer per square meter
💧 Water Requirements
Watering Frequency：Keep soil slightly moist, avoid over-wetting
Watering Amount：Moderate watering, bulbs fear waterlogging
Watering Method：Water at roots, avoid wetting leaves
Dehydration Signs：Yellow leaves, bulb rot, stunted growth
Basic Care Tips
- •Prefers ample sunlight, but avoid strong afternoon sun
- •Keep soil moist, but avoid waterlogging
- •After flowering, cut off flower stalks, keeping leaves
- •Apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizer in autumn
- •Ensure good ventilation to prevent fungal diseases
Ecology Value
Pollinators：Bees, butterflies
Wildlife：Provides nectar for early spring insects
Environmental Value：Important component of spring landscape
Cultural Symbolism
Symbolic Meaning：Symbol of perfection, eternity, and wealth
Historical Background：National flower of Netherlands, 17th century tulip mania
Related Festivals：Dutch Tulip Festival
Artistic Expression：Important theme in Dutch Golden Age painting