I recently visited Texas Tulips in Pilot Point, Texas for one of my senior clients, Madison, and it turned out to be one of the most colorful spring sessions I have photographed in North Texas.
The moment we stepped into the fields it felt like walking into a painting. Rows of tulips stretched across the landscape in every direction. Reds, pinks, yellows, purples, and soft pastel shades filled the farm as far as the eye could see.
Golden hour started settling in as we moved deeper into the fields. The sunlight skimmed across the tops of the flowers and created the most beautiful glow across the entire farm. Every few rows the colors shifted, which meant the background changed constantly throughout Madison’s session.
One section of the fields felt soft and romantic with pale pink tulips. Another area was filled with bold reds and bright yellows that created a completely different look in her photos. That is one of the things I love most about photographing at Texas Tulips in Pilot Point. The scenery keeps changing as you move through the rows.
Madison looked stunning surrounded by all of that color. The entire session felt peaceful and relaxed as the sun slowly dropped behind the fields.
We finished the evening with a few sweet photos of Madison and her boyfriend Charles. The light had softened, the tulips were glowing behind them, and it felt like the perfect way to close the session.
About Texas Tulips in Pilot Point Texas
If you have never been, Texas Tulips is the largest pick-your-own tulip farm in Texas. The farm is located in Pilot Point, just north of the Dallas area, and it is truly a must-visit during the spring season.
Every year the farm plants over one million tulips across more than 12 acres, creating one of the most colorful landscapes you will see in North Texas. Visitors can choose from around 100 varieties of tulips, including early, mid-season, and late blooming flowers. The colors and varieties change throughout the picking season as different tulips begin to bloom.
One of the most fun parts of visiting Texas Tulips is that you can actually pick your own flowers to take home.
The process is simple. Grab a picking basket that is available out in the field, walk through the rows and choose the tulips you want, then bring them up when you are finished. You leave with fresh tulips and a really fun spring experience.
When Tulips Bloom in North Texas
Tulip season in North Texas is short but beautiful.
At Texas Tulips in Pilot Point, the blooms typically begin showing up mid to late February. Visitors can usually pick tulips through the end of March and sometimes into early April, depending on the weather.
Blooms often look their best between late February and mid March, which makes that window one of the most colorful times to visit. Since weather can affect bloom timing, checking their website or social media before planning your trip is always a good idea.
Best Time to Visit Texas Tulips
Texas Tulips is incredibly popular during spring.
Weekends and spring break can become very crowded, which changes the overall experience quite a bit. A weekday visit is usually the best time to go, especially if you want to take photos or simply enjoy the fields without large crowds.
Weekday evenings are especially beautiful because the golden hour light across the tulips creates the most stunning glow.
A Stunning Spring Location for Photos
Locations like Texas Tulips in Pilot Point Texas are truly special because they only exist for a short window each year. Standing in the middle of a field filled with color while the sun sets behind the flowers is something you do not forget.
This location is beautiful for senior sessions, family sessions, milestone photos, and even dancers who want movement and color in their portraits.
If you have been dreaming about spring photos surrounded by flowers, Texas Tulips is definitely worth experiencing.
If you would ever like to plan a session during tulip season or another beautiful location in North Texas, you can learn more or reach out through my website:
https://www.ashleighorchidphotography.com
Spring sessions book quickly while the tulips are blooming, so it is always a good idea to start the conversation early if this is a location you love.
