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Anonymous on
April 15, 2011Q.Year Old Bulbs
We have some bulbs that were purchased last spring but never planted. Would these bulbs be good after all this time?
Answered by
Nikki on
April 16, 2011
Certified ExpertA.You could go ahead and plant them now, but keep in mind that they probably won't bloom until next season. You can also keep them stored until fall (spring) and plant them then. If you will be storing them, wrap them in newspaper to store in the garage.
The following articles should be of some help to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/is-it-too-late-to-plant-bulbs-when-to-plant-bulbs.htm
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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- Asked by
Anonymous on
April 15, 2011Q.Grubs in My Flower Beds
I need help. I have grubs in my flower beds. I have treated my lawn and now they are in my beds. Can I put the grub killer in my flower bed with my bulbs and such growing, or will it my kill flowers?
- Answered by
Nikki on
April 16, 2011
Certified ExpertA.This article will help you with this: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/lawn-grubs-how-to-get-rid-of-grub-worms.htm
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April 18, 2011Q.Tulip Plant in a Pot
I have a beautiful tulip plant in a pot with about ten flowers on it. How should I plant it out in my garden? I also have a daffodil plant with five flowers and a hyacinth. I know these are all bulb plants, but I don't know what to do now that I have them at home.
- Answered by
Nikki on
April 19, 2011
Certified ExpertA.The following articles should be of some help to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/how-to-plant-a-flower-bulb-in-your-garden-after-winter-forcing.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/tulips/tulips-care-and-tulip-planting-tips.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/daffodil/daffodil-planting-care-tips-how-to-plant-daffodils-in-your-garden.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/planting-and-care-of-hyacinths.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
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May 6, 2011Q.Caring for Spring Bulbs in Flower Beds Over Summer
I live in southern California and had successfully enjoyed spring bulbs in our plant beds. All the bulbs are now done sprouting. I now want to try and plant summer vegatables in the same flower bed and need to know how to cut back the bulbs without hurting them. Do I plant around them, and how would I do that without hurting them? I want to try and plant tomatoes.
- Answered by
Nikki on
May 7, 2011
Certified ExpertA.I would simply plant over them once the foliage has faded away. As long as you don't plant too deeply, and these plants don't require deep planting anyway, your bulbs should be fine. If you are worried about them, you could also choose to plant your veggies in an area near your bulbs rather than right over top of them.
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May 10, 2011Q.I Have Crocus, Narcissus, Allium and Muscari Bulbs
I Have Crocus, Nacsissus, Allium and Muscari bulbs that I bought last fall. I live in upstate NY. Can I plant any or all of these now, or do I have to wait for next fall?
- Answered by
Heather on
May 15, 2011
Certified ExpertA.You can plant them all now. They will not bloom this year but should bloom just fine for next year.
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May 13, 2011Q.Bulbs
I planted bulbs last year. This year the leaves came up from tulips and daffodils, but with no blooms. I used fertilizer and just discovered not to. Have I killed my bulbs? Will they bloom if I stop using fertilizer?
- Answered by
Nikki on
May 14, 2011
Certified ExpertA.Oftentimes these plants will not flower but every other year, and in southern climates may not bloom at all without a significant cooling period. In fact, in warmer areas, they are often treated as annuals. I am sure you did not kill the plants, however. Adding little phosphorus to the soil may help them.
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May 14, 2011Q.watering bulbs planted outside in Mesa, Az.
Do I water them every time it is dry, every other day, or how often? What are good plants to grow in shade in hanging planters?
- Answered by
Heather on
May 15, 2011
Certified ExpertA.If they are in containers, you should water daily. If they are in the ground, they need 2-4" of water a week.
This article will help with some hanging basket suggestions:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/hanging-basket-plants.htmWas this answer useful?00
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