Nothing makes me happier than a bunch of cut flowers that keep fresh for ages. Having said that, flowers are tricky by nature, aren’t they? I’ve discovered that most cut blooms just need a bit of vinegar and sugar or a stay in the fridge overnight to get them going for up to two weeks. Yet there are blooms like hydrangeas that are a bit more sensitive and need a good soaking before going into a vase.
So recently, thinking of spring, I finally discovered a great way to extend tulips' life. It’s really easy, simply get them drunk! :)
Yup, just before you put your tulips in a vase, add a few drops of vodka and a teaspoon of white sugar to the water. The mix will delay wilting by a mile and when your tulips eventually start to lower their heads, add an additional shot of vodka into the water and the stems will stand up straight again for a day or two. Ta dah!
Btw: what are yous favourite spring flowers?
P.S: Also, the life changing indoor plant tip and this mesmerizing flower market!
P.P.S: Plus, remember this genius little peppers tip?
(Photos by Arthur Chang and via Wit & Delight and The Little Market)
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6 comments:
This is great, thx
Ha! Great tip!
Or just put a penny in the vase, this works like a charm. Save the vodka for your martinis :)
That´s interesting. I always use Vit.C powder. Works like a charm :)
Elizabeth, giggle.
Martina, ha! How interesting:)
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