The freshness test: How you can tell when buying that cut flowers last a long time. The type of flower also determines the length of its shelf life.
When buying, tulip flowers should not be too open yet, as even if they are of good quality, they only last about a week in the vase. While tulips usually drop their heads after just a few days, varieties such as carnations stay fresh and lively in a vase for over two weeks. You can find even more exciting garden topics in the regular newsletter from our partner 24garten.de.