• Greigii
  • Perennial
  • Zones 3–7
  • Pink
  • Single

Oratorio

Perennial greigii tulip in pink, blooming in early spring and mid spring. Greigii tulip with rose-red flowers with an apricot sheen and a black base over mottled foliage. USDA zones 3–7.

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At a glance

Flower form
Greigii Single
Colors
  • Pink
Blooms
Early spring, Mid spring (estimated)
Vase life
Not grown for cutting
Height
8 in (20 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

Greigii tulip dating from circa 1952, described by John Scheepers as rose-red with an apricot sheen and a black base.

Sources

Where to buy

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  • John ScheepersBulbs

    10 bulbs

    Out of stock

    $11.00Checked Oct 14, 2026

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Questions

Is Oratorio hardy in my zone?

Oratorio 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 Oratorio need full sun?

Oratorio grows in full sun.

When does Oratorio bloom?

Oratorio blooms in early spring and mid spring.

Is Oratorio good for cutting?

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