With a very special flower shape the flowers in bud resemble the beak of a parrot hence the name parrot tulips petals curl in all directions and this gives a special effect the bright red and yellow combination creates a great impact especially planted in large groups tulips are one of the most popular bulbs as they are great planted with many different colour variations to give a fresh vibrant spring colour to your garden patio or decking they also make great cut flowers to brighten u