In many places, tulips, which are synonymous with spring, already decorate homes. They are a wonderful colorful decoration in the room where they are located. They are easy to care for and come in a whole range of beautiful colors from white, yellow, orange, red and so on. But how do you ensure that a bouquet of tulips stays fresh and beautiful for as long as possible?
When we put them in a vase, they lift up the whole space, because they have a special energy of spring. Their colors are almost as varied as their shape. Tulips can be with one or two rows of petals, with attractive edges, serrated petals...
Caring for them is not difficult, but there are ways to keep tulips in a vase beautiful and fresh for as long as possible.
1. The importance of water
Tulips last about five to 10 days in a vase. They "drink" a lot of water all the time, so it is important to top it up regularly. When you buy them, do your best to quickly put them back in a vase full of water so they can rehydrate and bloom as soon as possible.
2. Change the water regularly and trim the stems
Tulips do not like to "drink" dirty water, so change it regularly (every few days) and trim the stems by about a centimeter each time. Also remove excess leaves, as they may start to rot in water and premature flowering may occur.
Enjoy their beauty. Photo: Catia Climovich / Unsplash3. The best place
Do not place them in direct sunlight, and since the heating season is still going on, place them away from radiators, which will only dry out the stems.
A few more answers to questions that may be bothering you.
Why did the tulips droop?
Tulips need and use water to support their stems. If they sag on the way, it just means they used up all the water on the journey to your home. All you have to do is trim them and put them in water and in the morning they will be back in full glory.
Do tulips turn?
Tulips react to sunlight and move. They turn to light sources around them in the hope that pollinators will see them. In addition, they open on sunny days and close at night.
Why don't tulips stay upright and what can you do about it?
Tulips constantly grow even in vases and playfully move in the water. This is part of their charm and nothing to worry about. If you want them to stay up, there are a few things you can do.
- The first option is to place them in the vase high enough that they can lean on it without bending over.
- If you want to stand them up for a special occasion, you can take them out of the vase and wrap them in cone paper, then put them back in water and leave them overnight in a dark place. When you unwrap them in the morning, they will be perfect.
- After that, don't forget to rotate the vase regularly to prevent growth in one direction, towards the light source.
They prefer to be alone. Photo: Alina Ryabchenko / UnsplashWhose company do tulips dislike?
Do not place tulips in a vase with daffodils. These are two beautiful spring flowers, but they are not friends. Daffodils secrete a substance that causes tulips to fade faster.
