Select a tulip bouquet that is full of lightly colored and tightly closed blooms. Cut the stems at a 45° angle, remove the bottom leaves, and place the tulips in cold water. Set the vase in indirect light away from heat and change the water daily.

For tulips you want to choose a vase that is at least half the height of the flowers – they need support. You don't want it to be too narrow either so the vase is crowded, ensure each stem has enough room and the leaves aren't getting crushed. And fill the vase with the right amount of water too.