turkestanica

A tulip that radiates wildness. Its flowers shine like stars on their thin stems, seemingly uncontrolled, in all directions. A graceful tulip that clearly has a mind of its own. In my garden it even produces a sound: the moment the sun comes out, the flower attracts bees. A tulip to enjoy.

If you like short plants, grab this charming tulip, writes Jacqueline van der Kloet in her book. It blooms every year in March, well before most other tulips.