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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    November 30, 2017
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    Because there is so much here to research, I will not be able to answer all of your questions here. They may all bloom at different times, and they may all require different chill hours. I can suggest asking your local extension service, as they will be able to help you will all of your questions. This article will help you to find the nearest one: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    December 5, 2017
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    The proper chilling time depends on the type of bulb you have. For example, tulips need about 14-16 weeks of chilling, while hyacinths need about 11-14 weeks. You can look up the chilling time for whichever species you have.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/chilling-flowering-bulbs.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    January 4, 2018
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    Yes, you can save the bulbs, although hyacinths typically come back better than tulips do after being forced. After the foliage turns yellow, remove the bulbs from the containers, pat them dry, and air dry them for a week. Then, dust with a fungicide if available, and store them in a paper bag surrounded by peat moss or sawdust, or hung up in pantyhose.

    In spring, plant them in your garden. They probably won't flower this year since they've used up so much energy already, but the hyacinths at least will probably flower the year after.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 8, 2018
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    I'm not clear on the specific type of tuber, but if it's a corm the rounded side should face up. Small bulbs, even if planted upside down will find their way to the surface. When in doubt, plant sideways.

    This article has information on ferns.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ferns/taking-care-of-outdoor-ferns.htm
    You can also contact the customer service from the company you purchased from to verify the variety and their specifics.

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  • Answered by
    pebble1234567 on
    April 13, 2018
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    Plant the daffodils - they will be much better off in the ground - but make sure nice and deep - as people tend to plant them to close to the surface- at least 3 times the depth of the bulb. For the tulips - that is a trickey question- as a lot of animals and insect get to them in the ground,but best bet for both nice and deep in the soil. best place :)

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 28, 2018
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    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 14, 2018
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    It's getting late in the growing season in your zone for bulbs to come up this year. You can plant as many fall bulbs as you like, though! This article will tell you everything you need to know about planting bulbs:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/how-long-for-bulbs-to-grow.htm

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