Josefine Bagger Sommerlund
A simple trick with a big impact: You can enjoy your tulips much longer – all it takes is a little sugar.
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Tulips often wilt faster than you’d like. But with one simple kitchen trick, you can significantly extend their lifespan. Have you tried the sugar trick?
Tulips – Colorful Messengers of Spring
- Fresh tulips bring light and life into your home
- They add beauty and elegance to any space
- But: they often wilt way too fast
One Simple Trick from the Kitchen Drawer
- The solution? Just half a teaspoon of sugar
- Sugar acts as food for the tulips
- It helps the flowers maintain their color and structure
Step-by-Step Guide
- Clean the vase thoroughly to remove any bacteria
- Fill the vase with about 4 inches (10 cm) of cold water
- Add half a teaspoon of sugar
- Trim the stems at an angle using a sharp knife
- Remove any leaves that would sit below the waterline
Bonus Tip: Wrapping and Firming
- Let the tulips sit in their wrapping for an hour before arranging
- This helps them stand straighter and look perkier
More Home Remedies – If You Want to Go All-In
- You can also add a copper coin or an aspirin to the water
- Both help prevent bacterial growth
- But remember: the sugar trick is the most important one!
Turn 3 Days into a Full Week of Blooms
- A small amount of sugar goes a long way
- Your tulips can stay beautiful for weeks
- A simple and effective tip that really works
