Arabian Mystery Tulip
Tulipa 'Arabian Mystery'
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Ships in 3-4 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected
| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Arabian Mystery Tulip highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Spacing
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones 3-7
Arabian Mystery Tulip (Tulipa ' Arabian Mystery') is a brilliant two-tone bloom that is a dramatic rich reddish-purple that fades into pure white edges! These cupped blooms have silky petals and stand tall atop their sturdy stems and are surrounded by lush green foliage!
Gorgeous eye-catching bi-color blooms look fantastic in the garden and will be surrounded by curious neighbors and nectar-seeking pollinators from far and wide! The dramatic dark purple lights up the floral bouquet and perfumes your dining and bedside table!
Arabian Mystery Tulips are hardy throughout USDA growing zones 3-7, being highly adaptable and very cold-hardy! Fast-growing, these sun-loving perennial spring-flowering bulbs gradually colonize neat and tidy groupings over time!
Planting and Application:
Tulips are excellent cut flowers when cut early, so make sure to bring some flowers inside so you can continue marveling at them! These full and flirty blooms look fantastic in containers in large potted groupings or as specimen thrillers, highlighted under a cloche after being forced in the winter, or as a single accent in a fancy urn surrounded by moss.
Arabian Mystery Tulip looks lovely as edging along garden beds and borders long after the flowers fade. Add bi-color interest to Perennial gardens and add drama to Cottage gardens in grace while forming tidy clumps and drifts of elegant color that feed the bees and butterflies. Plant them in groupings to maximize their glorious blooms!
- Majestic Deep Purplish-Red Flowers With Bright White Edges
- Blooms Later Than Other Tulips
- Large Double Flowers
- Low Maintenance Green Foliage Clumps
- Fall-Planted, Early Spring-Flowering Perennial
- Early Spring Color, Beds & Borders, Containers & Cut Flowers
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Bulbs require full sun and well-drained soil to do their best. Appreciating afternoon shade in warmer hardiness zones where the sun is intense. Any soil type is suitable so long as it is not soggy. Plant in the soil with pointed ends up 3 times as deep as the bulbs are tall. Add bulb fertilizer to each hole for best results. Provide moderate moisture during drought and deadhead after flowers fade. But keep the leaves so they can make food for the bulb and next year's flowers! Not only is it strong, but it also has incredible endurance. Its blooms endure through spring showers and days of sunshine. Fall-planted bulbs need well-drained soil with moderate moisture needs.
- Full Sun For Strongest Stems & Growth
- Moderately Moist Well-Drained Soil
- Deadhead After Bloom, Prune to Ground When Leaves Yellow
- Very Cold Hardy
- Deer & Rodent Resistant
Gorgeous two-tone blooms, the dramatic Arabian Mystery Tulip melds steamy dark nights and bright white touches to kick up the paradox between dark and light! Order yours today and Nature Hills will ship your bulbs based on the correct planting time for your growing zone!
