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- Q.Can Bulbs Survive In Outdoor Containers Below Freezing? - Planting spring bulbs in outdoor containers where we have freezing temperatures during the winter
- Q.At What Time Of The Year ( Specify Month) Can Fall Seeds And Bulbs Be Planted? - I want to plant wildflower seeds also tulip bulbs soon. Is it OK to do so? Would container planting be ...
- Q.I Planted Bulbs From A Friend In An Old Bathtub. They Were Doing Great When My Dog Jumped In And Dug Some Of Them Up While Breaki - ng off the leaves. I took the damaged bulbs out of the ground, but I don't know whether to put ...
- Q.Some Of My Bulbs Have Rust Looking Patches. I Understand That This Might Be “Red Blotch”. - Is there any way to save these bulbs...what causes this, can they be saved, what do I do in the ...
- Q.How Do I Store Fall Planting Bulbs For An Extended Period - I am unable to plant these bulbs this fall.....how long can I store them?
- Q.What Time Should I Prune Back My Summer Bulbs - and after I cut them back will it be ok to cover the bed with mulch that has herbicide on ...
- Q.Can Bulbs Be Stored In Something Like Vermiculite Or Peat Moss, That Didn’t Get Planted? - We have had so terrible much rain that the soil where I wanted to plant them is way to wet ...
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Anonymous on
July 29, 2020Q.Can bulbs survive in outdoor containers below freezing?
Planting spring bulbs in outdoor containers where we have freezing temperatures during the winter
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
July 29, 2020
Certified ExpertA.You are in zone 7a. The rule of thumb is when gardening in containers, the lowest hardiness zone of the plant should be at least two below yours. So check the hardiness zone for the bulbs you are planting. For example, daffodills typically can survive to zone 3 so that is more than two zones below yours. Or you can leave the pots in the garage or on the porch. But do give them water. Wait till late October or early November to plant bulbs in zone 7.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/planting-bulbs-in-pots.htm
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- Asked by
Anonymous on
August 20, 2020Q.At what time of the year ( specify month) can fall seeds and bulbs be planted?
I want to plant wildflower seeds also tulip bulbs soon. Is it OK to do so? Would container planting be more appropriate?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
August 20, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Your tulip bulbs should be planted in fall to early winter in your zone, which is Zone 8. This link will take you to a number of articles about fall planting in Zone 8: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/search?q=fall%20planting%20zone%208.
Here's a link to contact your local extension service; they will help you check on planting times for your other seeds and bulbs: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search?zip=29812&radius=10&services_search_action=search&submit=Search
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September 6, 2020Q.I planted bulbs from a friend in an old bathtub. They were doing great when my dog jumped in and dug some of them up while breaki
ng off the leaves. I took the damaged bulbs out of the ground, but I don't know whether to put them in a cool place now or put them back in the dirt outside until the temperature starts to drop which should be in about a month...I am in Western North Carolina. I wanted to replant them outside in the spring, but didn't know if the ones without leaves will survive or to try to force them for Christmas?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 7, 2020
Certified ExpertA.I suspect they'll survive, but they may not be as prolific in the spring since they haven't had the opportunity to absorb nutrients from the leaves. I suggest putting them back where they were in the soil, and treat them the same as your other bulbs, whether you dig them up later to overwinter them, or leave them in the ground for the winter.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/preparing-bulbs-for-winter-how-to-store-bulbs-for-winter.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
September 6, 2020Q.Some of my bulbs have rust looking patches. I understand that this might be “Red Blotch”.
Is there any way to save these bulbs...what causes this, can they be saved, what do I do in the future?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 7, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Your bulb has contracted a fungal disease. Since you seem certain it has red blotch, I'm giving you a link to an article about this disease, as it affects the plants as well as the bulb:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/amaryllis-has-leaf-scorch.htmYou may be able to save the bulb by letting it dry out, but if the fungus is extensive or deep, you may need to dispose of it. This kind of fungus occurs due to too much water or prolonged overly-moist conditions.
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groscini on
September 27, 2020
13211Q.How Do I Store Fall Planting Bulbs For An Extended Period
I am unable to plant these bulbs this fall.....how long can I store them?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 29, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Generally, with proper storage, bulbs can last for about a year. Here are some articles that will help, as the process will be the same regardless of the time of year:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/flower-bulb-shelf-life.htm
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Anonymous on
October 9, 2020Q.what time should I prune back my summer bulbs
and after I cut them back will it be ok to cover the bed with mulch that has herbicide on them they were just planted this year.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 9, 2020
Certified ExpertA.I usually wait until the leaves at least start to fall over before I cut them back, but it depends upon the kind of bulb. My iris bulbs take a very long time and sometimes never do fall down or turn yellow. A light mulching over your bulbs to protect them from frost shouldn't hurt, but a heavy mulching could hold too much moisture in the soil and cause them to rot. Depending upon the amount of herbicide in your mulch, it shouldn't hurt the bulbs. I hope this helps.
Here's a page that contains articles about lots of different bulb plants and tips for cutting them back: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/search?q=cut%20back%20bulb%20plants
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October 14, 2020Q.Can bulbs be stored in something like vermiculite or peat moss, that didn’t get planted?
We have had so terrible much rain that the soil where I wanted to plant them is way to wet I'm afraid of losing them. They are King Alfred bulbs (jonquils-not daffodils?). Thank You very much!
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 15, 2020
Certified ExpertA.You'll want to keep the bulbs dry when storing them. Vermiculite may not be the best choice because it attracts and retains moisture. Here's a good article about how to take care of your bulbs over the winter:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/preparing-bulbs-for-winter-how-to-store-bulbs-for-winter.htmWas this answer useful?00
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