| Siam Tulips |
New Siam Tulips are
perfect for Wedding Bouquets
We seldom see the introduction of a new flower that is
perfect for wedding bouquets and is capable of setting
new trends in design . In the early 1980’s we were
introduced to Baby’s Breath, (Gypsophila paniculata).
This tiny flower was perfect for the style of wedding
bouquets so popular at the time.
In the mid 1980’s along came the fabulous Lisianthus (Eustoma
Grandiflora) these gorgeous blooms were so readily
accepted into our hearts and minds it is hard to imagine
a world without them. Individually both of these flowers
have made a huge impact on floral design, especially for
wedding bouquets, church and reception arrangements.
We have recent introduction of another exciting
introduction rather loosely referred to as the Siam
Tulip (Curcuma spp). This tropical bulb from the
mountains of Thailand is a member of the Ornamental
Ginger family whose flowers' spikes are recognised for
their rather unique form and striking colours.
Whilst some of the Curcumas may vaguely resemble a
structured Tulip they have many rather different
characteristics. They have the advantage of being
suitable for summer wedding bouquets, church and
reception arrangements as their natural flowering season
is late spring and summer, they behave very well in warm
weather and may last up to three weeks if kept in fresh
water in a vase.
For your wedding bouquet, Siam Tulips are available from
your floral designer during summer in colours of pure
white, pink and mauve, and also some bicolours of
white/pink or white/green.
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