Peppermint Stick Tulip
The Peppermint Stick Tulip brings early spring charm with its unique dual-toned blooms, featuring pure white centers and striking red-pink reverse petals. This low-growing Species Tulip, an RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, is a perennial heirloom that reliably returns and naturalizes. Its hardiness and deer resistance make it a low-maintenance choice for rock gardens, containers, or borders, adding a touch of unique beauty to your landscape. Perfect for sunny, well-drained spots, it thrives in various conditions and attracts beneficial pollinators.
$14.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
2781
/ 3183
#2781 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-36%
Below average
Botanical Name
Tulipa clusiana Peppermint Stick
/ Tulipa clusiana Peppermint Stick
Who it's for
- Striking Bicolor Appearance
- Excellent Naturalizer
- Weather Resistant Form
Who should skip it
- Smaller Bloom Size
- High Rodent Appeal
- Strict Sun Requirement
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Tulipa clusiana Peppermint Stick
Mature Height
12 inches
Bloom Time
Mid spring
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Dry, Average
Planting Zones
Zone 2 through Zone 8
Bulb Spacing
9 per sq ft
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Features
- Striking dual-toned red and white blooms
- Low-growing Species Tulip variety
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
- Perennial and naturalizes over time
- Ideal for sunny, dry locations
- Attracts bees and good for cut flowers
- Easy to grow in containers
- Deer resistant
What customers say
Customers are captivated by the 'Peppermint Stick Tulip' for its stunning, unique visual appeal, frequently calling the red and white blooms show stopping. The novelty factor drives high satisfaction when the striping appears as advertised, making it a dramatic highlight of the spring garden. However, a recurring theme involves consistency; some buyers report less pronounced striping or color reversion, leading to disappointment given the specialty price. While sprouting success varies based on planting and climate, most who achieve the intended look find the spectacular visual reward justifies the effort. This tulip is highly recommended for gardeners seeking drama and uniqueness, despite the slight risk of color variation.
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