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Types of White Bulb Flowers

Sarahince | Jul 19, 2010 |

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The soft touch and visual appeal of white bulb flowers is a true display of elegance and purity because white symbolizes innocence. Flower bulbs contain roots at the bottom and fleshy tightly packed scales that form a tear drop shape. Soon after planting, flower bulbs come to life as roots shoot out from the center of the bulb, and then the foliage emerges from the ground.

Tulips

According to the Flower Expert website, over 3000 different species of tulips exist. You can plant these flowers as bulbs or transplant full grown tulips from plant nurseries. Tulips grow well throughout most of the United States. Plant bulbs in nutrient-rich, well-drained soil and provide them with full sun. White is a common color, but these flowers also bloom in other colors including red, purple and orange. Most tulips grow 1 to 2 feet tall depending on the variety. The foliage is long and light green.

Dahlias

White dahlias also start out as bulbs. Feature dahlias in your wedding or for special occasion. These flowers also bloom in other colors such as pink, peach and red. They enjoy full sun and moisture rich well-drained soil. They produce large blooms and can grow up to 1 feet tall. The foliage is dark green and angular shaped.

Daffodils

White daffodils also grow from bulbs. Some varieties are totally white and others have white petals and yellow centers. These flowers also bloom in other colors such as yellow, pink and orange. The Flower Expert website says over 50 different species and several hybrids exist. These flowers have large dark green foliage. They need full sun and well-drained soils.