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  • Zones 4–8
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Persian Pearl

Tulipa humilis Persian Pearl

Perennial species tulip in pink and yellow, blooming in mid spring. Species tulip with deep magenta-rose petals, a yellow star inside and a silvery-gray flush outside. USDA zones 4–8.

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A Persian Pearl tulip flower up close on the plant
A Persian Pearl tulip flower up close on the plant

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Persian Pearl tulip plants in bloom in a garden
Persian Pearl tulip plants in bloom in a garden

At a glance

Flower form
Species Single
Colors
  • Pink
  • Yellow
Bicolor
Blooms
Mid spring
Vase life
Not grown for cutting
Height
4–6 in (10–15 cm)
Sunlight
Full sun
Hardiness
USDA zones 4–8 Perennial
Planted as
Bulb
Botanical name
Tulipa humilis

In the garden

  • Frequently severely damaged by deer (Rutgers rating)

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Origin

Selection of Tulipa humilis listed by John Scheepers in its species tulip class and described there as an award-winner.

Sources

Where to buy

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    $11.25Checked Oct 14, 2026

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All photos

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

Questions

Is Persian Pearl hardy in my zone?

Persian Pearl survives winter in the ground in USDA zones 4 to 8. In colder zones treat it as an annual or lift it before the ground freezes.

Does Persian Pearl need full sun?

Persian Pearl grows in full sun.

When does Persian Pearl bloom?

Persian Pearl blooms in mid spring.

Is Persian Pearl good for cutting?

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

See also

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A Lady Jane tulip flower up close on the plant Lady Jane Species tulip with rosy-red outer petals and ivory-white inside, 6 to 12 inches tall. SpeciesMid springCompact
A Lilac Wonder tulip flower up close on the plant Lilac Wonder Species tulip with rose-lilac flowers and yellow bases on 7-inch stems in May. SpeciesLate springCompact
A Tulipa linifolia tulip flower up close on the plant Tulipa linifolia Scarlet-red species tulip with purplish-black bases, 4 to 6 inches tall, blooming in May. SpeciesLate springCompact
A Tulipa sylvestris tulip flower up close on the plant Tulipa sylvestris Fragrant yellow species tulip with green outer petals, 8 to 12 inches tall, blooming in April. SpeciesMid springCompact

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