There are plants with super powers that flourish all year, but there are others that do not support temperatures (whether low or high). The TulipanesUnfortunately, they are in the last group. Thanks to your delicacy striking colors, and the touch they give to all environments, tulips always captivate us. Because longevity is not one of its characteristics, knowing How to make tulips remain fresh More time is always a good idea if you are a lover of these beautiful flowers.
Since its introduction in Holland in the seventeenth century (the plant is originally from Central Asia), thanks to the Botanist Carolus clusius, who planted the first bulbs in their LEIDEN gardens, the Meaning of tulip It has evolved, until today, just after the rose, in the symbol of the best known love in the world. However, a Persian legend tells that these bright red flowers were born from the tears of a man who had lost his beloved. A similar meaning is also found in a Turkish legend according to which, after a battle, the blood of the victims in the desert made a Tulipanes field. Today, in its different colors, it acquires different meanings: pink is a symbol of affectionate love and tenderness, yellow pays tribute to the solo smile of the recipient, while the white tulip expresses candor, purity, dignity or a request for forgiveness.
One thing is true: a beautiful Tulipanes bouquet At home, with its delicate and colorful petals, it announces the long -awaited spring. A joy that lasts little. After a few days, plants lose their first petals, fall and you can say goodbye to them. The Tulipanes They are so delicate that they can even wilt on the journey of the flower shop to the house, if they have not «drink» enough water in the store or have left the sun. Yes, it is an impressive expiration, but there are some tricks so that your Tulipanes They last more in the vase. Here is our 5 tips.
How to keep fresh tulips
1. Cut the tulips correctly
If the flowers are cut correctly, they can better absorb water and nutrients from the vase. That is why it is important to cut them well. You will need a sharp knife (be sure to use the right one) with which to cut them at 2 or 3 centimeters. The scissors could bruise the stems and, therefore, harm the absorption of nutrients and the Tulipanes They will hang their heads. When cutting them, always keep in mind that the base of the stems must submerge later in water between 5 and 8 centimeters. Should the Tulipanes straight or at angle? There are different opinions about it. However, the angle cut increases the surface of the stems and, therefore, allows more water to absorb.