Tulip : Flower Facts

Meaning

Perfect lover, Fame, Love, Passion, Romance, charity; declaration of love

Origins

The tulip is the national flower of Iran and Turkey, and tulip motifs feature prominently in persian and Turkish folk arts. The Tulips have a long and interesting history. Grown for many years in Turkish gardens and used on Turkish ceramics. Tulips were introduced to Europe in the mid-16th century. Tulipa, the tulip's Latin name, is the Latinized version of tulipam or tulbend, which means "turban" in Turkey and was generally used to describe the tulips' shapes. While the Dutch dominate the world of the Tulip market and bulb production, America has several growers that have become important suppliers of the flower. Cut Tulips will grow a few inches in the vase everyday.

Flower Availability and Vase Life

November to May

3-7 days.

Florist Design Uses

Tulips will grow up to 2 inches after being cut and will grow and curve towards the light, always keep this in mind when arranging. Never split the tulip stem near the head in an effort to avoid drooping, as this will only reduce nutrient uptake and thus shorten vase life.

Colours: Red, pink, white, yellow, orange, purple, and bi-colours.