November Tulips for a San Diego Wedding: Reality Check

A mother sought orange tulips with long stems for a November 15 wedding near San Diego, but florists said unavailable.

Why They're Scarce

• All tulips come from **Holland**; they're a spring crop.
• Winter demand is low; wholesalers don't stock them routinely.
• Small orders from individual florists are **cost-prohibitive** (air freight + minimums).

Best Path

Go to the **Los Angeles Flower Market** (public access days) and ask multiple vendors. A wholesaler *might* arrange a bulk shipment if volume justifies cost. Otherwise, **substitute** with orange ranunculus, roses, or dahlias—readily available in November.