My hack will make Mother’s Day tulips last a long time and you will probably have the most important item

IT is an important Mother’s Day gift.

But flowers often don’t last long, especially if you get a bunch of tulips.

If you gave your mom tulips for Mother’s Day, there are a few things she can do to make them last longerCredit: Getty

A flower expert has revealed that using a toothpick is one way to extend their lifespanCredit: Getty

However, one flower expert has revealed a clever hack to make them last even longer – and you’ll probably have everything you need in the kitchen cupboard.

“Tulips are a Mother’s Day must-have and are extremely popular all spring long,” says Alex Biggart, Brand Manager at 123 Flowers.

“It can be difficult to maintain their vibrancy, but our tips and tricks should ensure tulips last for a few weeks after Mother’s Day.”

First, Alex suggests using a toothpick.

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“Take a toothpick to make a small hole under the flour,” he explained.

“This allows air to escape as the flower drinks water so they don’t hang up.”

You should also change the water in the vase every two to three days.

And to give the flowers an extra boost, add ice cubes and a teaspoon of sugar to the water.

“Tulips thrive in cold water and sugar provides much-needed nutrients,” says Alex.

If you put the tulips in water, be sure to “use a knife to cut the stems diagonally at a 45-degree angle to maximize the surface area to absorb water.”

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“You should also remove any leaves below the waterline as these will die and allow bacteria to build up,” Alex added.

If you see any soggy stems, you can carefully cut off the bottoms. Keep a close eye on them and check them every few days.

And don’t be tempted to overfill the vase.

“A few inches of water is usually fine for tulips so they don’t drink too much,” he said.

Positioning is also important: keep the vase away from heating appliances and do not press it against the window.

“These steps can help you get the most out of your beautiful bouquet of tulips and enjoy them for longer,” concludes Alex.

It’s no surprise that flowers are one of the most popular Mother’s Day gifts.

According to Google trend data collected by the founders of RISE coffeethere has been an increase in the number of search results for ‘Mother’s Day flowers’ by 1250%.

“Flowers are a classic Mother’s Day gift for a reason, and an arrangement of her favorite blooms is sure to put a smile on her face,” they said.