Flowering Facts about Tulips

o Tulips are from Holland, right? Not exactly. Tulips are actually from Turkey.

o The Tulip is the national flower of Turkey.

o Tulip means Turban in Turkish.

o Tulips require a sandy soil. A sandy soil is necessary because tulips require a good drainage system.

o Tulips symbolize imagination, dreaminess, perfect lover and a declaration of love.

o Fresh out of onions? Use your Tulip bulbs instead! Tulip bulbs are a good replacement for onions in cooking.

o When you see a tulip that looks like it has stripes it is actually a virus that causes that. Not to worry, it’s grown that way on purpose.

o Tulips have a beautiful color and charming aroma; however tulips come in every color except blue and black.

o It’s been said that if you add a little sugar to the water of your vase your tulips will live longer.

o Tulips work well in tall, straight vases although can be arranged in a fan shape in a low, wide bowl.

o Tulips also conform to the shape of the container, straight up if in a tall container, twisting to fit into a flat or irregular shaped vase.

o An interesting fact about tulips is that they actually continue to grow after being cut, up to an inch or more, best to cut them under water.

o Do not place your tulips in direct sun, and keep them away from heating vents or drafts.

o Penny for your thought…. If you would like your tulips to stand straight up as an arrow, don’t forget to drop a penny in your vase!