As spring arrives and flowers begin to bloom, Americans are once again embracing the colors and symbols of the season. But when it comes to favorite spring flowers, some clearly stand out. According to CivicScience data from more than 14K respondents, 32% say tulips are their favorite spring flower, followed by daffodils (18%) and hyacinths (10%).

Preferences vary across demographic groups. Millennials are the most likely to favor tulips, while Gen Z leads in crocuses, and both Gen X and Baby Boomers show a stronger preference for pansies. Women are slightly more likely to prefer daffodils and hyacinths, while men are more likely to say they have no preference. Geography also plays a role: rural residents and those in the West favor tulips, while Midwesterners are most likely to choose daffodils. Meanwhile, suburban residents lead in preferring hyacinths, and both city and suburban dwellers show stronger interest in daffodils.

But demographics aren’t the only thing shaping floral favorites. CivicScience data reveal notable lifestyle and preference differences between fans of the top two flowers: tulips and daffodils.

• Seasonal Nostalgia: Daffodil fans are 10 points more likely than tulip fans to say they experience stronger feelings of nostalgia during the summer.
• Allergies: Tulip fans are four points more likely to report having spring allergies, while daffodil fans are more likely to say they experience summer allergies.
• Spring Romance: Tulip fans are five points more likely to say they’re big fans of spring romances, aligning with the season’s themes of renewal and new beginnings.
• Dining Preferences: A majority of tulip fans (54%) say they prefer casual dining when eating out, compared to 42% of daffodil fans. In contrast, daffodil fans are twice as likely to say they prefer upscale dining.
• Food Preferences: Daffodil fans are 15 points more likely to say they prefer fruit, while tulip fans are 12 points more likely to prefer vegetables.

Whether it’s the classic appeal of tulips or the bright optimism of daffodils, Americans’ favorite spring flowers reveal more than just aesthetic taste. From dining habits to seasonal preferences, these choices offer a small but telling glimpse into how people experience and enjoy the season of renewal.

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This article’s data comes solely from CivicScience’s database, which contains nearly 700,000 poll questions and 5 billion consumer insights.