Tulipa Fosteriana Red Emperor | Capper 20 x 5

Tulipa fosteriana 'Red Emperor', also known as 'Madame Lefeber', stands as one of the most magnificent early-blooming tulips in the spring garden. This heirloom variety, introduced in 1931, captivates with its enormous fiery red blooms featuring distinctive black centers encircled by a striking yellow rim. Growing 14-16 inches tall, these impressive tulips create bold visual impact in any landscape setting.

A Majestic Spring Performer

The 'Red Emperor' tulip delivers unmatched beauty and reliability for professional landscapers and garden retailers:

• Massive blooms measuring up to 6 inches across when fully open, creating dramatic visual impact
• Striking color combination of scarlet red petals with contrasting black and yellow centers
• Broad, gray-green foliage, often attractively mottled, providing interest even before blooming
• Excellent naturalizing capability, returning reliably for multiple seasons
• Superior cold hardiness (zones 3-8), performing well across diverse climate conditions
• Versatile application in mass plantings, borders, containers, and as cut flowers
• Early blooming period that synchronizes perfectly with daffodils for extended spring displays

These Fosteriana tulips establish quickly and create an unforgettable spring statement in commercial and residential landscapes alike.

Planting and Growing Information

Plant 'Red Emperor' bulbs in fall, approximately 6-8 weeks before the first hard frost, allowing adequate time for root development before winter. Position bulbs 5 inches deep and 4 inches apart in well-drained soil. These adaptable tulips thrive in full sun to partial shade locations. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally to ensure energy returns to the bulb for next season's performance. Expect magnificent blooms in early to mid-spring.

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Secure your inventory of these exceptional tulip bulbs for your landscape projects or retail offerings. Our premium-sized 12/+ cm bulbs come professionally packaged in convenient cappers of 20 x 5 bulbs, complete with planting instructions for your customers. These eco-friendly cappers feature display holes for hanging presentations or can be showcased on wooden racks. Available exclusively for our trade customers - landscapers, contractors, and retailers. Order now to ensure availability for your fall planting needs.

• EAN code
  42409
• Catalog
  Retail
• Bloom Height
  40-45 cm
• Light Requirements
  Partial Shade, Sun, Shade
• Bloom Time
  Early Spring
• Size
  12/+
• Zone
  3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
• Uses
  Cut Flower
• Shipping Time Frame
  Fall