The “penny trick” is a viral method that has gained popularity on TikTok. It involves placing a penny in the water of cut tulips to prevent them from drooping. To prepare the flowers, remove the bottom one or two leaves and cut all stems at a 45-degree angle. This will keep the leaves out of the water but still have some on top.
To keep tulips looking alert and fresh, start with fresh blooms that haven’t fully opened yet. While some droop is unavoidable due to the heavy blooms and strong forces of gravity, there are tips to reduce it and keep your bouquet looking fresh and beautiful.
Select young tulips and gently wrap the stems with floral wire or tape to provide support. If drooping tulips bother you, tie a piece of string around the stems. Experts suggest using good, old-fashioned clean water to keep cut tulips looking pretty.
Trim your tulips by 3-5cm to allow water inside to hydrate them. Always cut at a 45-degree angle to give as much surface area to drink from. The copper in the penny acts as a fungicide and naturally kills the drooping tulips.
To prevent wilting, ensure that the water is fresh every few days and keep tulips away from sunlight. The “penny trick” is a popular solution for keeping tulips looking fresh and beautiful during the upcoming tulip season.
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