How to keep tulips fresh: Top tips from vase to longevity
Tulips can remain visually appealing for up to two weeks if you follow a few straightforward tips. Here's how to care for these beautiful flowers so they stay fresh for an extended period.
Cut tulips are a popular choice for interior decoration, especially in the spring. To enjoy their beauty for as long as possible, remember a few guidelines. First and foremost, tulips thrive in a cool environment, away from direct sunlight and heat sources, such as radiators or fireplaces. What else should you bear in mind if you want tulips to last in a vase for more than a few days?
Beautiful tulips in a vase? Follow these guidelines
To keep tulips in a vase for a long time, proper preparation of the vessel is essential. Before placing the flowers, the vase should be thoroughly washed and rinsed with cold water. Remember that tulips look best in a transparent vessel, and the water should be only about 10 centimetres high.
Do not remove the wrapping around the bouquet immediately after purchase. Place the flowers in the vase with the packaging for an hour, allowing them to "tighten" and maintain an upright form. Before putting the tulips in the vase, cut the stem at an angle and remove any leaves that would be submerged in water.
Add this to the vase to make tulips last longer
Remember not to pair tulips with daffodils and roses, as these flowers may accelerate their wilting. Instead, tulips are best displayed with other tulips.
This tip was known by our grandmothers. To extend the life of tulips, add half a teaspoon of sugar to their water. This way, the flower petals won't fall off as quickly, and we can enjoy a beautiful, fresh plant for much longer. Another trick is to add a copper coin or aspirin to the vase, which inhibits bacterial growth and keeps the flowers fresh longer.
