Assorted colors of tulips
Tulips Despite what many might think, tulips did not originate from the Netherlands. It may have been where the flower rose to fame, but its origins actually start in Turkey. As one of the most recognized flowers on the planet, tulips are favored for their colorful blooms and easily recognizable shape. They are great in bouquets or simply by themselves and its meanings truly express a sense of comfort and coziness since they are neither too romantic nor elegant. They are neither too big nor too small and are just the right flower to really brighten someone’s day. Here’s everything you need to know about the bewitching flower: Origins The Turks first cultivated tulips as early as 1000 AD, but was actually a wild flower that grew in Central Asia. During the Ottoman Empire, the Sultan demanded the cultivation of particular flowers for his liking and the tulip was one of them. Hence, it’s name, which means “turban” in Turkish. During this time, tulips were a favorite and the “Tulip Era” began, with many festivals related to the adorning flower. And they were appreciated so much that it was a crime to buy or sell them outside the capital! But eventually, these flowers made their way to Western Europe and the Netherlands, where they are very popular, in the late 16th century. It was first used as a medicinal plant, but then at the beginning of the 17th century, people started using them as a way to enhance their garden before becoming popular as a trading product in Holland. This led to the famed “Tulipomania” in the Netherlands, with the bulbs sold for crazy high prices. Because of their popularity there was an inevitable crash in the bulb trading market in 1638, when people stopped buying tulips at exorbitant prices Tulips, Tulip Colors & Symbolism Tulips generally symbolize perfect love. To give someone a bouquet of tulips is to say how much you love them and how perfect they are for you. The tulip is also the official 11th wedding anniversary flower, with its velvety black insides representing a lover’s heart that’s been darkened by one’s heat of passion for their spouse. But that’s not all…a large bouquet of tulips represents grace and elegance, which is why it's a favorite flower to use in various centerpieces for practically every occasion! Like many other popular flowers, the tulip’s color also has its own symbolism. Red tulips express great and deep love, invoking passion and romance (as many other red flowers there). Yellow ones are associated with hopeless love and jealously, so you might want to think twice about sending them to someone. But that was a traditional meaning, with modern symbolism being a bit more cheerful, now associated with having hope, which is why they make great flowers to send to a friend when you are thinking of them. Plus, yellow represents friendship in general, so why not send your best friend a just-because arrangement of yellow tulips? Sending white tulips means you’re sorry for something, so pair it with another nice gift if you really want to get out of trouble with someone! A delivery of pink tulips expresses to the recipient lots of confidence and happiness, making them the go-to choice for congratulating someone on a job well done. Order a flower delivery in Spring Hill, TN from Enchanted Florist to send someone a bouquet of pink tulips for their promotion at work or new job! Although not very common, purple tulips represent royalty and are given to others as a way to express an admiration for their special accomplishments, also making them a great color of choice for anything having to do with congratulatory occasions. When you’re ready to send a special flower delivery of tulips, give us a call at 615-814-4922. Or you can easily order your tulip bouquet or any other flowers online through our site at https://www.enchanted-florist-franklin-tn.com/types-of-flowers/tulips.html