Flower Care for Tulips

Learn how to keep your tulips flourishing with advice from our experts.

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Tulips are unique—they keep growing in the vase! Use cool water (they prefer it cold) and fill only 2-3 inches high. Too much water makes stems bend dramatically.

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Remove all foliage from the stems, as tulip leaves decay quickly in water. Less foliage also gives the blooms a sleek, modern look!

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Trim stems straight across (not at an angle like other flowers) and re-cut every day or two. Tulips will continue growing and moving, creating a dynamic, ever-changing arrangement!

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Keep tulips cool and away from direct sunlight to slow their growth. They naturally bend toward light, so rotate your vase if you want them to grow more upright!

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