Flower bulbs always need soil or at least water around the roots to grow and bloom. Not correct! Because everything that is needed for a beautiful flower is already in the bulbs of some varieties. Wax provides a protective coating.
Flower bulbs also thrive without soil - and water!
What is waxing anyway?
During waxing, the flower bulb is covered with a layer of wax. It then requires neither soil nor does it have to be watered. The flower grows solely from the nutrients of the bulb and the moisture it contains.
A wax bulb is a decorative element and can be placed almost anywhere. The wax layer itself can be colored in different ways and even provided with glitter.
Suitable flower bulbs
Different types of flower bulbs have different bulbs. From tiny, shriveled tubers to huge, plump specimens, everything is included. But they differ not only in size and shape. Their reserves are also different.
Varieties that store plenty of energy and moisture in their bulbs are suitable for “waxing”. Amaryllis and hyacinths are ideal. The first variety is good for the winter time, while the second variety can herald the spring.
Buy ready in stores
This new trend is not yet available in all flower shops. However, flower bulbs coated in wax are occasionally sold. They usually have a spiral on the underside, which should enable them to stand securely. If necessary, it can be removed without hesitation.
Do-it-yourself materials
You can also “wax” flower bulbs yourself at home. For this you need:
- a perfect, suitable onion
- Wax from household candles, tea lights, etc.
- a pot for melting
tips
You don't necessarily have to buy the flower bulb "naked". Specimens that have already been planted can also be used.
manual
- Once the bulb has been planted, remove it from the pot or dig it out of the garden soil. If so, then she may only have expelled a little.
- Remove all soil residue from the flower bulb.
- Place the onion in a glass of water for a few hours to soak it up.
- Pat the onion dry and trim off the roots a little.
- Melt the wax in a water bath. It must not get too hot and certainly not boil. But it has to be warm enough to be liquid or malleable.
- Dip the onion in the wax. Only the sprouting point is left out.
- Repeat the process until the onion is covered with an opaque layer of wax.
- Allow the wax to dry completely before using the onion as a decoration.