Fun Fact #1: Tulips are originally from central Asia
Most of us think of the Netherlands when we think of tulips, but they are actually native to central Asia! Learn more at https://www.holland.org/planting-history/.
Fun Fact #2: There is a Holland, Michigan and they grow 5,000,000 tulips each year!
The picture above is only 1,000 tulips. Can you imagine 5 million? Honestly I found this out from a simple google search and now I want to visit! Holland, Michigan and the original Netherlands! See pictures here https://www.holland.org/blog/post/spring-blooms-and-dutch-charm-experience-tulip-time-in-holland-michigan/
Fun Fact #3: Tulips grow in the vase!
Because tulips are highly phototropic, they keep growing towards the light, even after being cut! This makes them grow taller and sometimes bend their stems to get towards the light source. Watch this video for another example.
For more fun facts about tulips, check out this web post! Some fun stuff! https://theproducenews.com/tulip-tidbits-some-fun-facts