Tulips grown in the garden also look great in a vase indoors. We have tips on how you can keep your beautiful tulip bloom longer.
Even when cutting the tulips, you can lay the foundation for a long survival in the vase. We explain to you what you should look out for when cutting tulips and how you can keep your darlings lush green and colorful for a long time.
1. Cut the tulips correctly
To ensure optimal water and nutrient absorption, it is highly recommended to shorten the tulips a few centimeters before placing them in the vase. The cut should be straight - in contrast to many other cut flowers. Make sure you use a sharp knife for this in order to squeeze the tulip as little as possible.
2. Remove leaves
Excess leaves should be removed. The tulip can use its water and nutrient uptake efficiently to maintain the bloom. Some leaves can be left for decoration, but the majority should be cut off.
3. Fresh water every day
The tulip is very thirsty. You need a lot of fresh water in order to look strong and vital for a long time. In addition, water is absorbed very quickly. It is therefore advisable to check the water level every day. Occasionally, you should even change the water completely to keep it fresh and clear.
4. Right location
The tulip likes it shady and not too warm as soon as it is kept as a cut flower.
You should also find a place in the apartment where it is protected from drafts. The proximity to large windows, radiators and stoves greatly reduces the life of the tulip, as a lot of water evaporates as a result.
5. Not in common with daffodils
Avoid having your cut tulips together with you Daffodils to put in a vase. The daffodil secretes a sticky secretion on the stem that can hinder the tulip's absorption of nutrients and water. In the worst case, this leads to the premature death of the tulip.
