Yes, tulips can survive in Florida. However, you will need to plant them in the fall so that they have time to establish themselves before the cold winter months arrive. Tulips should be planted as soon as possible after purchase and should not be exposed to temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit or 10 degrees Celsius for any length of time.
Is it too late to plant tulips?
Many people think winter is too late to plant tulips, but as long as you have enough weeks of cold temperatures you can still plant them outside. The cold temperatures are required for the bulbs to produce enough sugar to use to grow the stems, leaves, and finally flower in the spring.
You can plant tulips in spring if you are in a colder zone although they may end up blooming later. If your early spring temperatures are still lower than 40 F (4.4 C) for at least 10 weeks, then you will not be too late to plant tulips.
One source proposed tulips are divided into 15 groups, or divisions. Tulip groups are sorted by their bloom time. Tulips bloom in spring, but preparation begins in early to late winter. Planting time, and forcing tulips as well are a couple extra ideas to think about.
Where is the best place to plant tulips?
Tulips prefer a site with full or afternoon sun. Soil must be well-draining, neutral to slightly acidic, fertile, and dry or sandy. Tall varieties should be sheltered from strong winds. You’ll want to space bulbs 4 to 6 inches apart, so choose a large enough planting site.
Another thing we asked ourselves was; how to plant tulips outside after they bloom in pots?
Another answer is, wrapping up Remove the wilted flower. Place the pot in sunlight and water the plant. Remove the leaves when they start to yellow and wither. Remove the bulb and clean it. Store it in a cool place till the planting season. Plant the bulbs and wait for a year or two.