Show love for mom with tulips
Sugar, coin among suggestions for extending bouquet's life

 
By John Raby
Published: May 8, 2008

With Mother's Day just around the corner, moms everywhere are about to get bombarded with flowers. How long they last is up to mom.

For roses, carnations and mixed arrangements, the key is a clean vase, cool water and stems that are cut before adding to the vase.

Tulips, however, may need some extra attention. A few simple steps will extend the life of these spring gems:

•Store-bought tulips should have f...


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