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Long live the Tulip!

A field of tulips

Tulips originally were found in a band stretching from Southern Europe to Central Asia, but since the seventeenth century they have become widely naturalised and cultivated. The flowers are usually large and bright in color, generally found in warm colors. These brightly colored jewels should be planted in the fall so that they can brighten our days in early spring. Although tulips are a perennial from a botanical perspective, many centuries of hybridizing means that the bulbā€™s ability to come back year after year has weakened. Therefore, many gardeners treat them as annuals, planting new bulbs every autumn. The North American climate and soil canā€™t replicate the ancient Anatolian and southern Russian conditions of their birth. Gardeners in the western mountain region of the U.S. come closest to this climate, and may have more success perennializing their tulips. Learn more!!!

When these flowers are cut, they need much attention for them not to dry up. It is advisable to cut the tulip but leave behind the foliage, for it to build up some energy for blooming. For them to last, they should be cut when they are at bud stage. After cutting, the tulip is put in a vase which has to be regularly replaced. The stem has to be cut at the base for it to grow. With proper care, these flowers can last for about 5 - 7 days. When the tulips are cut, they can still grow at least an inch when enough water is in a vase.

These gorgeous flowers make a wonderful gift and can be found inexpensive at your local flower shop. Click below to make a purchase and give someone a smile.



Stop and smell the Tulips