Tulips are beautiful but notoriously sensitive. With the right care, you can extend a tulip bouquet's life by several days. Here's how florists do it.
Factors That Affect Tulip Lifespan
Sunlight
Tulips do best in bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight speeds up wilting dramatically. Place the vase near a window, not on a sunny windowsill.
Temperature
Cool rooms keep tulips fresher. Aim for around 15–18 °C. Avoid placing them near heaters, radiators, or anything that blows warm air.
Humidity
Dry indoor air can shorten tulip life. If your home is very dry, a small humidifier or just a bowl of water nearby helps.
Care Techniques
Trim the Stems
Cut about 2 cm from the bottom of each stem at a diagonal angle when you receive the bouquet. This helps the tulips absorb water properly.
Remove Submerged Leaves
Any leaves that would sit below the water line will rot and cloud the water. Strip those off before placing the stems in the vase.
Fresh, Clean Water
Change the water every two days. Use cool water — tulips prefer it colder than most flowers.
Extra Nutrients
A small floral preservative extends the bouquet's life. If you don't have one, a tiny pinch of sugar and a drop of bleach in the water is a home-style alternative.
The Tulip's Unique Habit
Tulips keep growing and moving even after they're cut — they lean toward light and tend to droop gently over time. That's part of their charm. Don't mistake it for wilting.
Persa Flores Tulip Bouquets
Our tulip bouquet collection includes white tulips, mixed-colour tulips, and orange tulips. For a wider tulip guide, see our tulip care article.
Follow these tips and your tulip bouquet should stay beautiful for 7–10 days — sometimes longer.
