Tulip Time

Bucket of freshly cut Speciality Tulips

May is peak time for our Tulip harvest.
And once they begin to bloom, especially on a sunny day, they come fast!
I seem to walk a flower field circuit, pulling them up ready to go. ⁠ Then I turn a corner & the varieties visited at the beginning of the circuit have a few more popping & ready to go!⁠
To get the longest vase life from Tulips, catching them at just the right stage makes a big difference.⁠ The plus side of all the recent rain means fabulous long Tulip stems this year.
The 'Peony' flowered doubles begin early in the month & next up are the Parrots. ⁠
After all the Spring yellows of last month, the pinks & burgundies are a refreshing change in 'Friday Flowers' bouquets.⁠
It might seem early but I'm already planning my Tulip crop for next year. Which colours & shapes should I grow in 2025? ⁠
​If you're planning your Spring 2025 wedding in Galloway or are a florist wanting my speciality Tulips next April & May, do let me know. The order goes in this month...