Now is the time of year when the widest variety of tulips is available. Flower stands will be brimming. Before arranging tulips, condition them by re-cutting the base of the stem with a clean sharp knife. This will open up the flower's water uptake channels. Cut flower food is not necessary for tulips.
Tulips are particularly thirsty.
Check water level daily. Refresh or change water daily for longest vase life. With proper care, tulips should open and last from three to seven days. Combining tulips with daffodils or any other members of the Narcissus family is not recommended because narcissi exude a slimy substance that shortens the lifespan of other flowers by clogging their water uptake channels. There are more than 500 varieties of cut tulips available.