Would you ever guess that northern Texas has some beautiful tulip fields? The two best places to see tulips in the DFW area are the Dallas Blooms, at The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, as well as Texas-Tulips, a u-pick farm in Pilot Point.
Texas-Tulips, Pilot Point
Located an hour north of Dallas, the Texas-Tulips is a “u-pick” farm where you can stroll through their tulip fields and also pick flowers to take home! I had so much fun during my visit here and was blown away both by the size of the field and variety of tulips. I can’t believe I didn’t learn about this place until recently, even though I used to live in Dallas and have visited the city almost every other month for the past eight years!
How does “u-pick” work?
U-pick farms are so fun to visit! You can roam the property and pick any tulips you want to take home!
At Texas-Tulips, you will see a pile of baskets near the entrance that you can use to carry any tulip stems you pick. As you wander throughout the fields, enjoy the view and look out for any flowers you may be interested in adding to your bouquet. Once you find a flower you like, grab the stem near the base and pull straight up. Then, place the flower into your basket and continue on! The only limit to how many tulips can you pick is your own desire and budget!
Once you’ve finished gathering your tulips, bring your stems over to the wrapping station. There, you can choose the wrapping paper and ribbon colors, and the staff will prepare your bouquet for you. This is also where you can pay for your bouquet and return your basket. It’s that easy!
Details you should know for visiting:
Location:
Texas-Tulips is located at 10656 FM 2931, Pilot Point, TX 76258. Parking is free and right beside the tulip field.
Entry fees:
As of 2024, they charge an entry fee of $6 USD per person and $2.50 per tulip stem. Veterans, seniors, and large groups get a discounted entry fee that covers four tulips for $10. Children under 12 months can enter for free.
You do not have to reserve entry tickets in advance since you just pay for entry at the door.
Hours:
The farm (while tulips are in season for 2024) is open every day from 10 am – 8 pm.
I recommend arriving either close to opening or sunset in order to avoid the crowds. I would discourage visiting in the afternoon, since Texas does get quite warm (even in early spring) so the heat and harsh lighting may make your experiences less enjoyable. If possible, I also highly suggest visiting on a weekday instead of a weekend for a quieter experience.
Other Texas-Tulips details:
There is a hay maze for children to enjoy, restrooms, concessions stands (outside food is not allowed), and bench seating in the area.
For my photographers and solo-travelers, they do allow you to bring tripods! However, if you are using other professional photography equipment, you may be required to purchase a $25 day pass.
Pets are not allowed, so sadly you will have to leave your fur babies at home.
Weather & attire:
Be aware that it may be windy when you visit. Texas-Tulips field is a large, flat area which makes it likely to be windy.
Also come prepared to get your shoes dirty! Spring means it’s rainy season, and it’s possible it would have rained recently before your visit, so the ground may be muddy. Even if it has not rained, the ground may still be a bit muddy from irrigation.
You may also get your hands and attire dirty while picking tulips. Since you pull the entire stems (and potentially even roots) out, the dirt will cling onto your hands as well as the tulips and basket. This is only something to consider if you intend to wear fancier attire for the outing.
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Dallas Blooms – Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
For the 2024 season, the Dallas Arboretum is bringing back its “Dallas Blooms” exhibit where you can see fields of a variety of flowers such as the tulips, hyacinths, and daffodils; they also have cherry blossom trees!
Entry fees:
As of 2024, admission is $22 USD per adult, $18 for seniors, and $13 for children.
You can buy tickets at the door, but I highly advise that you reserve your tickets ahead of time (since some dates and times may sell out) and choose your desired arrival time slot.
Parking is $12 if you pay online, but $15 if you pay at the door. When you choose your parking option, choose the Main Gate garage. This will be the closest entrance to the main Dallas Blooms exhibit (or any current exhibit). The Gate 4 garage is on the other side of the arboretum, and you should only choose this option if you attend to visit the Children’s Garden (since it’s the closest exhibit to Gate 4).
Hours:
Dallas Blooms will run until April 8, 2024 and the arboretum is open daily from 9 am – 5 pm.
Weather:
I advise coming in the morning because Texas afternoons can get hot and sunny, which may not be as enjoyable. Typically, the weather in March can reach up to the low to mid 70s Fahrenheit.
Despite the concern about the heat, I would still recommend to visit on a sunny day because tulip flowers close up when there’s not enough sunlight.
When is the best time to see the tulips?
In Texas, you should visit both the Dallas Arboretum and Texas Tulips farm around mid March! Typically, tulips hit their peak bloom around the end of March and beginning of April. However, Texas has a warm climate, so the tulips will bloom slightly earlier here than other regions. This also means that tulip season here ends earlier, around the beginning of April.
If you want a picture-perfect experience, I recommend going on a sunny day because tulip flowers close up when there is insufficient sunlight and heat.
What if I can only come towards the end of the 2024 tulip season?
Don’t worry! Texas-Tulips farm offers a variety of later-blooming tulips. There will still be enough for you to pick and enjoy! However, the field may not look as full and vibrant compared to the beginning or middle of the season.
As for the Dallas Arboretum, I would advise to check their website or social media since they will announce when their flower season for each flower has ended. For example, they anticipate the tulips to be out of season by the end of March. However, the other flowers may still be in bloom and available to enjoy!
I hope you love tulip season in the DFW area, or add it to your bucket list for the next time you come visit!
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