Tulips

Tulips in Blue and White Chinese Porcelain

 

Tulips in blue and white Chinese porcelain are a wonderful combination. Tulips are even on sale this week at Publix. A great way to perk up your home in the gray days of winter.

Want to keep your tulips fresh and keep them from drooping? Here are some tips -

Cut the tulip stems at a 45° angle. Use a pair of sharp scissors or a knife. 

Some leaves should be removed to keep tulips healthy and fresh. Remove the most outer leaves on the stem.

Choose a vase that is half to two thirds of the height of the tulips for support as tulips continue to grow after being cut.

Plunge freshly cut tulips in the vase filled with cold water.

Put a penny in the water to keep the stems from drooping - some people swear by this, others say it is an old wive's tale.

This is the last day for the Tuckernuck Sample Sale here. 

J.Crew is having an up to an additional 60% off sale - their fabulous velvet smoking slippers are now all under $100 here with code SHOPSALE. 

Furbish has lots of their wonderful needlepoint pillows and needlepoint ornaments an additional 50% off with code EXTRA50 here.

Have a great weekend. Stay safe and warm if you are in the DC area.