This is how they stay fresh

Before setting under the knife

Before tulips take their place in the vase, the stem ends are cut to keep them fresh. To do this, use a sharp, clean knife. In a slight oblique position cut Remove the lower 5-6 mm of the flower stem. In this way, the ducts are exposed over a large area so that plenty of water and nutrients can be transported through this path to the flower.

For professional Setting in the vase the removal of the lower leaves also counts. If the leaves are under water, there is a risk of rot, which significantly affects the shelf life.

It is better to pour more water instead of replacing it

Characteristic of Tulipa in the vase is her great thirst. If you would like to make the spring flowers last longer, there should be no lack of supplies. A complete replacement, however, has a disadvantageous effect, as growth is promoted and the flowers wither more quickly. How to do it right:

• Check the water level in the vase daily
• If the water level has fallen, fill up with fresh water up to 2 fingers' width below the edge
• Use only cold water, fresh from the tap

The addition of flower food is not absolutely necessary. There are enough nutrients in the water to ensure the supply.

Cut the brown discolored stems

Each time you top up with fresh water, you have a good opportunity to take a look at the flower stems. If there is any brown discoloration here, cut it again without further ado.

Keep cool at night

An important criterion in the preservation program for tulips is the choice of location. The warmer the environment, the faster the wilt progresses. In the heated living space this may be unavoidable during the day, because even the tulip enthusiast does not want to freeze for a long shelf life. A wise compromise is to move the vase to a cooler place at night.