Irises and Tulips

Question

Can you please let me know if you can plant irises and tulips from cut flower form? I received a bouquet of the 2 mixed yesterday and would like to grow them if possible. Please advise.

Answer 1

No, I'm afraid once the plants have been cut for bouquets, you cannot grow them. They will not root this way. You must have a piece of the bulb in order to grow these. If, however, you received a potted plant of the two, you could simply divide the bulbs and replant outdoors.