Frozen tulip decoration

Are your tulips almost in bloom? Surely it is a shame that you cannot give them eternal life! We have the trick for you to be able to enjoy your bouquet for a while longer. By making a beautiful ice decoration, you can enjoy the tulips even longer.

a white bucket and a bunch of purple tulips

You need

A bouquet of tulips that are almost in bloom.

A bucket or similar that can withstand freezing temperatures.

A few liters of boiled cooled water.

a white bucket of water with purple tulips in it

Do this

Please put the tulips in a cool place first so that they shrink a little.

Then boil a few liters of water and let it cool completely. This makes the ice clearer.

Take your tulip bouquet and place it in your bucket with the flowers facing down. Leave a few centimeters to the bottom so that water gets under the flowers.

Top up with the room temperature pre-boiled water.

Tap the bucket a few times to dislodge any air bubbles.

Put the bucket outside if it's freezing or in your regular freezer.

A frozen decoration of purple tulips

Did you know that

You can also freeze other flowers for nice decorations.

Do you live where it is not always freezing in winter? You can still make nice decorations by using milk cartons, plastic containers, cake tins or similar containers that fit in your regular freezer.

Remember to leave a few centimeters up to the edge without water because water expands when it freezes.

By taping a cardboard plate or a plastic glass to the bottom of the bucket, you can create a cavity for a tea light. Use a candle lantern for the candle so that it does not catch fire in the flowers when the ice melts.

Author

David Denyer

Euroflorist's Flower Expert

With over 35 years of floristry experience, David Denyer is a renowned master in his field. His talent and artistic vision have earned him numerous accolades and awards, establishing him as one of the industry's leading figures. David has captivated audiences worldwide, showcasing his passion for floristry in Europe, China, Australia, and America. His captivating demonstrations have left a lasting impression on floral enthusiasts globally. In 2023, David made a memorable appearance on the prestigious television show, Gardeners World, further solidifying his reputation as an exceptional florist. David's journey to success began in 1996 when he was named Interflora "Florist of the Year." Since then, he has represented the United Kingdom in the "Europa Cup" and achieved consecutive Chelsea Gold Medals and Best in Show titles at the renowned Chelsea Flower Show from 2000 to 2003. In July 2004, David was once again named Interflora "Florist of the Year" and led his team to victory at the Interflora World Cup in Melbourne, Australia. He continued to impress with another Chelsea Gold Medal in 2005 and received a Gold Medal in 2011 for his floral installation titled "A Sense of Perspective." David's Accolades: July 1996: Interflora "Florist of the Year"; September 1999: Represented the UK in the "Europa Cup" in Austria; May 2000-2005: 6x Consecutive Chelsea Gold Medal and Best in Show - Professional Floristry; July 2004: Interflora "Florist of the Year"; September 2004: Interflora World Cup Winners in Melbourne, Australia; 2011: Chelsea Gold Medal for "A Sense of Perspective" floral installation; 2023: Appeared on Gardeners World in 2023; David's vast experience and expertise now benefits Eflorist customers. Understanding the emotional power of flowers, he ensures that every customer receives the utmost delight when enjoying their thoughtfully sent bouquet.