Tulip — Wedding Florist's Guide
Tulips are the affordable workhorse of late winter and early spring weddings. Dutch varieties dominate the wholesale market, but florists should also know about parrot, French, and double varieties for specialty work. This page covers the variety landscape and handling techniques.
Botanical name: Tulipa
Season
Late Winter, Spring (peak)
Vase life
4–7 days (tulips keep growing after cutting)
Stem length
30–55cm
Wholesale
$1.50–$2.00/stem (standard Dutch), $3–$5 (French, parrot)
Available color varieties
Stem count guide
How many tulip stems you'll need for common wedding arrangements.
| Arrangement | Tulip stems |
|---|---|
| Bridal bouquet | 10 |
| Bridesmaid bouquet | 6 |
| Centerpiece | 6 |
Best used for
- Late winter/early spring weddings
- Budget-friendly focal flowers
- Cheerful arrangements
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Design tips for tulip
Remember that tulips keep growing after cutting — leave room in the arrangement for 1–2 inches of growth.
Use French tulips for upscale work — their elongated shape and premium quality justify the 2–3x cost.
Wrap stems in a rubber band during hydration to keep them straight.
Pairs well with
Complementary stems to combine with tulip in wedding arrangements.
Common mistakes to avoid
Expecting tulips to stay in place — they bend toward light and continue to grow, changing the composition.
Using tulips in July weddings — they're out of season and hard to source.
Treating all tulips the same — Dutch, French, and parrot behave very differently.
See it in action
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