Tulip prices skyrocket as shortages slash supply by 30 percent
Tulip prices have soared this year as a shortage tightens supply. Last year’s poor harvests cut bulb production by up to 30 percent, leaving fewer flowers for 2025. Despite the higher costs, demand for these vibrant blooms remains unchanged.
The Dutch flower industry, which exports around 10 billion bulbs annually, now faces wholesale price increases of 30 to 50 percent. Yet gardeners and florists continue to seek out both classic and rare varieties for their striking colours and unique forms.
Adverse weather last season slashed tulip harvests, reducing available bulbs to just 70 to 80 percent of normal levels. This scarcity has driven up costs, with basic bunches now priced between €4.79 and €5.99. Premium varieties, such as the double-flowered ‘Mi Amor’, can reach €7.99—its oversized, fringed red blooms growing 30 to 50 cm tall.
Among the most sought-after types are Darwin hybrids, known for their strong stems and long-lasting flowers. Varieties like ‘Golden Apeldoorn’, ‘Ad Rem’, and ‘Pink Impression’ stand out for their radiant hues and durability. Parrot tulips, including ‘Amazing Parrot’, also draw attention with their ruffled, feather-like petals and bold colours.
Late-season bloomers, such as Viridiflora tulips ‘Spring Green’ and ‘Formosa’, extend the flowering period into late May. Meanwhile, lily-flowered types like ‘White Triumphator’, ‘Ballade’, and ‘Ballerina’ combine delicate elegance with resilience, returning reliably each year.
No specific garden pavilion has been confirmed for 2026 featuring the four design styles—'Nostalgic Lens', 'Intriguing Decor', 'Orbit Revive', and 'Unexpected Encounter'—as current searches show no mention of such a project.
The tulip market faces higher costs due to last year’s weather-related shortages. Wholesale prices have climbed sharply, yet buyers still seek both affordable and premium varieties. With the Dutch industry exporting billions of bulbs yearly, the shortage highlights the enduring popularity of these iconic flowers.
