New Siam Tulips

The new Curcuma or Siam Tulips

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.