• Viridiflora
  • Perennial
  • Zones 3–7
  • Yellow
  • Single

Formosa

Perennial viridiflora tulip in yellow and green, blooming in late spring. Viridiflora tulip with bright yellow flowers flamed green. USDA zones 3–7.

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A Formosa tulip flower up close on the plant
A Formosa tulip flower up close on the plant

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Formosa tulip plants in bloom in a garden
Formosa tulip plants in bloom in a garden

At a glance

Flower form
Viridiflora Single
Colors
  • Yellow
  • Green
Striped
Blooms
Late spring
Vase life
Not grown for cutting
Height
20 in (51 cm)
Sunlight
Full sun (estimated)
Hardiness
USDA zones 3–7 Perennial
Planted as
Bulb
Botanical name
Tulipa hybrid

In the garden

  • Frequently severely damaged by deer (Rutgers rating)

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Origin

An heirloom viridiflora tulip.

Sources

Where to buy

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    10 bulbs

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    $14.75Checked Oct 14, 2026
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    $39.99Checked Oct 14, 2026

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  • A Formosa tulip flower up close on the plant
    A Formosa tulip flower up close on the plant
  • Formosa tulip plants in bloom in a garden
    Formosa tulip plants in bloom in a garden

Questions

Is Formosa hardy in my zone?

Formosa survives winter in the ground in USDA zones 3 to 7. In colder zones treat it as an annual or lift it before the ground freezes.

Does Formosa need full sun?

Formosa grows in full sun.

When does Formosa bloom?

Formosa blooms in late spring.

Is Formosa good for cutting?

Our sources don't list Formosa as a cut flower or give a vase life for it.

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A Spring Green tulip flower up close on the plant Spring Green Viridiflora tulip with ivory petals and apple-green feathered flames. ViridifloraMid springMedium height

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