High Country Gardens
Persian Pearl Wildflower Tulip
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking reliable, deer-resistant spring color.
Add a touch of unique charm to your garden with the Persian Pearl Wildflower Tulip. This variety boasts striking purple-red petals with a vibrant yellow center, creating a beautiful display. Known for its naturalizing ability, it multiplies each year for a fuller garden. It's a fragrant and deer-resistant choice, perfect for borders or rock gardens. These bulbs are shipped in the fall, ready for planting to ensure a stunning spring bloom. Enjoy reliable spring color with this low-maintenance perennial.
$11.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
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Category Rank
726
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#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-49%
Below average
Ships as
Bulb
/ Bulb
Who it's for
- Urban gardeners with limited space or container setups
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance, long-term perennial color
- Early risers wanting the first signs of spring blooms
Who should skip it
- Owners of shady gardens lacking direct sunlight
- Landscapers designing with tall, dense perennial borders
- Gardeners in areas with high rodent populations
Performance breakdown
Naturalization Potential
Reliably multiplies each season for a denser, more established garden display.
Maintenance Effort
A low-touch perennial that thrives with minimal intervention after initial planting.
Pest Resistance
Deer-resistant nature keeps your spring blooms safe from hungry garden visitors.
Climate Versatility
Robust hardiness zones ensure success even in challenging high-elevation environments.
Visual Impact
Striking purple-red petals and yellow centers provide high-contrast, vibrant spring color.
Planting Flexibility
Compact stature makes these bulbs perfect for rock gardens and borders.
Key Specs
Ships as
Bulb
Bulb Size
6 cm
Hardiness Zones
3-8
Mature Height
4-6 inches (10.16-15.24 cm)
Planting Depth
2-4 inches deep (5.08-10.16 cm)
Spacing
9 bulbs per sq. ft.
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Features
- Low maintenance and easy to grow
- Naturalizes and multiplies readily
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant blooms
- Ideal for small spaces
- Showy purple-red and yellow flowers
- Suitable for high elevations
- Perennial lifecycle
What customers say
The Persian Pearl Wildflower Tulip is celebrated for its exceptional quality and distinctive design. Gardeners appreciate the consistently vibrant magenta blooms that emerge early and naturalize gracefully. These bulbs demonstrate high viability, providing a stunning, low maintenance display that truly elevates spring gardens. This variety stands out for those desiring unique color and reliable performance, making it a standout choice for a beautiful, effortless garden.
Know before you buy
Yes, the Persian Pearl is a perennial variety. It is specifically known for its ability to naturalize, meaning the bulbs will multiply and return to bloom year after year.
While no plant is 100% immune to hungry wildlife, this variety is considered deer-resistant. It is a much safer bet than many other tulip varieties if you live in an area with high deer traffic.
For the best results, plant the bulbs 2 to 4 inches deep in well-drained soil. Ensure they are planted in the fall to allow them to establish roots before the spring bloom.
Absolutely. Because they only reach a mature height of 4 to 6 inches, they are perfectly suited for rock gardens, borders, or small containers where taller flowers might look out of place.
Yes, these bulbs perform best in full sun. Providing them with direct sunlight is essential for achieving the vibrant purple-red and yellow coloration of the blooms.
These bulbs are hardy in zones 3 through 8, making them an excellent choice for high-elevation gardens and regions with cold winters.
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