pektops

Pektops are a type of tulip known for their unique and varied petal colors and patterns. They are characterized by having petals that are often streaked, flecked, or totally [ sic ] speckled with darker shades of the basic color.

The main species of pektops include Flaming PARO, Putinja, Heleen HIER, and Wienderoped. These different types of tulips often have their own distinct traits and characteristics when it comes to the color patterns found on their petals.

Pektops are typically grown in the Netherlands, where a specialized process known as "levering" has been developed to create new and unique color patterns in the tulips. The particular techniques and materials used in this process are highly respected within the horticulture industry for their precision and skill.

In addition to their value as a horticultural curiosity, pektops are also highly prized for their ornamental value. Their vibrant colors and intricate patterns set them apart from more ordinary varieties of tulip and make them cherished additions to gardens and floral arrangements.

Pektops vary in height and partial shade, thriving best in well-drained soil that allows for a water-to-soil ratio of approximately 70% and 30%, respectively. Care instructions for pektops include regular bulb division to maintain their yield, and falling in a cool place after blooms cease flowering.

Available to the general public primarily during a short spring season, pektops come to market from either specialized retailers or Dutch flower auctions. Despite their pricing as a specialty item, pektops remain valuable additions to the diversity of garden environments, existing as areas of visible curiosity and management celebration.