Tiptoe Through the Tulips with Thistles
Your Guide to Thistles Flower Market During Tulip Time
As Pella celebrates 90 years of Tulip Time with the theme “Heritage in Bloom,” Thistles Flower Market is honored to share the season through tulips, tradition, and thoughtful touches.
A Blooming Local Partnership
Five years ago, Thistles was the first to purchase a tulip from Nunnikhoven Farm. Today, that partnership has flourished into a blooming tradition, bringing the beauty of local tulips right into the heart of downtown Pella.
Tulip Carts in the Gardens
Our tulip carts are popping up in all the right places!
🗓️ April 19 & 26 – Find us at Central Park and Sunken Gardens
🌷 Each day of Tulip Time – Visit our carts at Central Park, Sunken Gardens, and the Klokkenspel
Each cart features:
- Fresh tulip arrangements
- Tulips with bulbs still attached
- Faux tulips
- Tulip bulb orders for fall planting
Take a stroll, snap a photo, and bring home the blooms.
Free Tulip Masterclass
Join us for Bulbs, Blooms & Bouquets, a free class covering tulip history, bulb care, and floral arranging tips.
📍 At Thistles Flower Market
🗓️ April 19, April 26 & daily during Tulip Time | 10 AM
🌷 Mini class at Central Park | 11:30 AM
Shop Bulbs Online
Want your own garden of Pella blooms?
Visit PellaTulipBulbs.com to order bulbs—featuring early, mid, and late-season varieties, as well as rare finds like Nightmare and Giant Orange Sunrise.
Order online, in-store, or at our carts. Shipping this fall for spring 2026 blooms!
Step Into the Store
Inside Thistles, you’ll find more than florals. Browse our curated selection of home décor and gifts, including:
- Almost Famous Dutch Letter Popcorn
- Authentic Delft from Holland
- Holland Scents Candles, hand-poured in Pella
Sunday Hours Just for Tulip Time
We’ll be open special hours on:
Sunday, April 13 & Sunday, April 27 | 11 AM – 4 PM
Follow along at @ThistlesFlowerMarket for more ways to Tiptoe Through the Tulips with us!