Tulip Season

Just as tulips come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors, there are so many unique ways to style them in your vase or container.  Some have ruffles and others sport two colors.  They can have jagged edges or double blooms.  (pictures above via Pocket Cultures).

I haven’t met a tulip that I didn’t like until I came across black ones.  They are a bit too gothic for me.  I prefer the bright and stunning colors of traditional tulips.

Tulip Fields in Amsterdam

Years ago I had a layover at the Amsterdam airport in the spring.  Tulips had taken over the fields.  I was like a kid in a candy store.  I was in awe of the view from my airplane window.  It was a breathtaking sight as we flew over those colorful fields.

Silver Worthy

Tulips are available in stores at reasonable prices.  I think most of you know by now that Costco and Trader Joe’s are two of my favorite places to purchase flowers.

Once you buy your tulips, how do you style them in your vase?  I love the look of silver containers.  I think flowers look especially elegant when paired with silver and these striking white and red ones are no exception.  I also love repurposing silver pieces such as the silver champagne bucket below.

via Carolyne Roehm

It’s a Wrap!

Tie twine, raffia or tropical leaves around the stems for a chic contemporary look.

via The Party Dress Blog

Unique Vases

Tea cups are the perfect container for these dainty yet colorful tulips.

via Turquoise Tulips and Bliss

Green grass lines this circular vase with the tulip stems off to one side.  So unique!

via Silver Hills

Potted Tulips

Planting tulips in my yard is a waste of time and money.  The deer and squirrels always win that war.

If you have that same problem but love the look of tulips and want to decorate your entrance for a special occasion, you can purchase potted tulips and place in your urns before your event.

via Topiarius

Note:  I put a penny in my vases with tulips.  I feel that they last longer.  There is no scientific research that stands behind this but I heard of this tip years ago and have been doing it ever since.  Just don’t forget about that penny when you empty the water down the drain!  Trust me, it’s not fun trying to retrieve it.  

Which of these tulip displays is your favorite style?