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How a Penny Can Keep Tulips From Drooping

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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!

Tulips on Desk

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…

Bowl of Coins

Find an old copper penny.

Not a new shiny penny, it has to be an old COPPER penny.

Pennies to keep tulips from drooping

Like this one here with the patina on it

Penny and Tulips

Drooping Tulips

Add the penny into the vase of water along with the tulips.

How a Penny Can Keep Tulips From Drooping

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.

How a Penny Can Keep Tulips From Drooping

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.

How a Penny Can Keep Tulips From Drooping

No more drooping tulips.

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Pink Tulips in Vase

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How a Penny Can Keep Tulips From Drooping

Try it yourself and let me know if the copper penny keeps your tulips from drooping.

How a Penny Can Keep 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?

12 Must-Read Tips for Planting Spring-Blooming Bulbs in the Fall

I’m so glad you dropped by, and if you are new to my blog, welcome! I hope you enjoyed your visit with us here today at our Home in Coastal Maine.

Be sure to also check out our Home in Vermont too, where we spend winters enjoying the coziness of home in the Green Mountains of Vermont.

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  1. Michele says

    January 13, 2022 at 9:11 am

    Wow, I’ve never heard this! Thanks so much for sharing. I just love tulips!

    Reply
    • Ann says

      January 13, 2022 at 9:45 am

      You bet☺️😉🌷

      Reply
  2. Robyn Davis says

    January 13, 2022 at 10:50 am

    Definitely giving this a try next time!! Thank you for the tip!

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    • Ann says

      January 14, 2022 at 9:57 am

      Thanks for stopping by Robyn🌷🌷

      Reply
  3. Nancy says

    January 13, 2022 at 4:44 pm

    Tulips continue to grow after being cut, sometimes as much as three inches. That accounts for much of the drooping.

    Reply
    • Shari says

      January 31, 2023 at 4:28 pm

      Wow! Amazing beauties & smart❣️ thank U for the tips…🌷🍃🌷🍃🌷

      Reply
      • Ann says

        January 31, 2023 at 8:16 pm

        You’re so welcome, glad you enjoyed the post!

        Reply
  4. Mariya says

    January 15, 2022 at 6:53 am

    I’m doing this not only for tulips,for different flowers also…

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  5. Rachel Harper says

    January 15, 2022 at 8:09 am

    Ann,
    I’ve never heard this before. So good to know.

    Reply
    • Ann says

      January 15, 2022 at 9:59 am

      🌷🌷🌷

      Reply
  6. Kristin | White Arrows Home says

    January 15, 2022 at 11:07 am

    This is the most amazing trick!! Thanks so much for sharing it and for the view of your beautiful tulips too!

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  7. Kathy Munday says

    January 17, 2022 at 2:55 pm

    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!!!🌷🌷🌷

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    • Ann says

      January 19, 2022 at 9:33 am

      Thanks for stopping by the blog Kathy 🌷

      Reply
  8. Rachel says

    January 17, 2022 at 4:17 pm

    Such a neat tip!! Tulips are so lovely…it’s my favorite flower to use in vases. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  9. Linda+Johnston says

    January 22, 2022 at 5:50 pm

    I CAN’T WAIT TO TRY THIS! I HAVE NEVER HEARD THIS BEFORE.

    Reply
    • Ann says

      January 26, 2022 at 11:29 am

      Let me know how you make out 🌷

      Reply
  10. Kim | Shiplap and Shells says

    January 22, 2022 at 7:47 pm

    This is such a great idea Ann. I am definitely going to use this ti when I have tulips this spring.

    Reply
  11. Nancy says

    January 31, 2023 at 11:49 am

    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.

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    • Ann says

      January 31, 2023 at 12:24 pm

      Aww, thanks so much Nancy, I’m so glad you were inspired and I’m looking forward to visiting with you weekly! Best, Ann

      Reply

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