It might seem as though we're in the depths of winter and January always seems to be a dull month, but if you're planning a wedding or event in January do not despair! Spring has already sprung for florists and there is a beautiful array of spring flowers in pastels, brights and whites.
Tulips
Tulips are the most popular spring cut flower, and what a choice! They come in single or double forms, frilled, parrot, two-tone, striped, pointed, cup shaped and in every colour (except blue) from white and blush pink through to deep, dark purple.
Although they are increasingly available from the autumn until early summer, tulips are at their best for quality, availability and price between January and April.
In bouquets tulips work well on their own in a single colour, or mixed shades of the same shape. Equally they mix effectively with other spring flowers such as hyacinths, lilac and Ranunculus.
As tulips have attractive leaves and stems they display well in glass vases and make a striking table centre when used en masse. Using the fact that they grow and bend they are also effective in creative, entwined designs.
Tip: Tulips continue to grow in water, sometimes by as much as 4", which needs to be considered when combining them in a display with other flowers.
