While out and about “Thrifting with the Gals” in Maine yesterday, I stopped to pick up some pink tulips at the supermarket. The temperature outside was 8 degrees here in Maine, and I think that calls for some pink tulips. When I got them home and placed them into my favorite thrifted vase, they were floppy. And then I remembered this little secret of how a penny can keep tulips from drooping.
Not that I don’t like floppy tulips, because I do!
And I thought I would share this little secret with you here today on the blog.
Old Copper Penny
Go find that old stash of change you have hidden away somewhere.
Everybody has one…
Find an old copper penny.
Not a new shiny penny, it has to be an old COPPER penny.
Like this one here with the patina on it
Drooping Tulips
Add the penny into the vase of water along with the tulips.
Now, I’ve heard and read all kinds of theories about why this works…
And I’m afraid, I can’t really speak to any of them.
I just know it has worked for me and I use this trick with all my store-bought tulips.
Just look at the first photo the day I brought the tulips home and placed them in the vase before adding the copper penny. The tulips were drooping.
Here the tulips are now standing tall except for that one stubborn drooping tulip.
No more drooping tulips.
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Try it yourself and let me know if the copper penny keeps your tulips from drooping.
I think this is going to be the year that I plant my own tulips too.
Shiplap and Shells
Check out my friend Kim over at Shiplap and Shells on her 12 Must-Read Tips for Planting Spring-Blooming Bulbs in the Fall. Her tulip beds are just amazing aren’t they?
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WHOA! I just stumbled upon your blog. You have inspired me to get myself over to my favorite ‘junking’ (thrifting to you) shop and do some digging. It has been a while and BTW, I will be stopping by the grocery to pick up some tulips on the way home. Love your blog and look forward to getting it each week.
Aww, thanks so much Nancy, I’m so glad you were inspired and I’m looking forward to visiting with you weekly! Best, Ann
This is such a great idea Ann. I am definitely going to use this ti when I have tulips this spring.
I CAN’T WAIT TO TRY THIS! I HAVE NEVER HEARD THIS BEFORE.
Let me know how you make out 🌷
Such a neat tip!! Tulips are so lovely…it’s my favorite flower to use in vases. Thanks for sharing!
Wow! Who knew???? I can’t wait to get some tulips just to try this out. As much as I love winter, this will be a great “pick me up” !! Especially love the pink!! Thank you for sharing!!!🌷🌷🌷
Thanks for stopping by the blog Kathy 🌷
This is the most amazing trick!! Thanks so much for sharing it and for the view of your beautiful tulips too!
Ann,
I’ve never heard this before. So good to know.
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I’m doing this not only for tulips,for different flowers also…
Tulips continue to grow after being cut, sometimes as much as three inches. That accounts for much of the drooping.
Wow! Amazing beauties & smart❣️ thank U for the tips…🌷🍃🌷🍃🌷
You’re so welcome, glad you enjoyed the post!
Definitely giving this a try next time!! Thank you for the tip!
Thanks for stopping by Robyn🌷🌷
Wow, I’ve never heard this! Thanks so much for sharing. I just love tulips!
You bet☺️😉🌷
Aww thanks for the mention Kristin, it works like a charm too:)