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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    March 23, 2015
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    Tulips should be planted in the fall\early winter for spring bloom because they must undergo a long period of cool temperatures to spark the biochemical process that causes them to flower.

    However, this does not mean you can't try planting your bulbs now and hope for the best. I have read stories where some of your neighbors in the northeast have planted tulips and daffodils in March with great success. Yours may or may not bloom and they will be late bloomers if they do.

    For more information on growing tulip bulbs, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/tulips/tulips-care-and-tulip-planting-tips.htm

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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    April 10, 2015
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    You would plant them as you normally would, with or without growth. The depth you plant your bulbs really depends on the type of bulbs they are but, generally speaking, you plant them two to three times as deep as the bulbs are tall.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 12, 2015
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    Since I'm not sure of the type of bulb you have purchased I cannot advise any division of bulb.
    I would most certainly contact the point of purchase and verify the contents of your purchase.
    Growers generally are more then helpful if you contact them directly also. Is there a web site listed on the labeling?
    That would also be a great place to start.

    Good luck!

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 21, 2015
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    I would follow the directions for wrapping and storing the bulbs in the article below.
    I personally would recommend you then go ahead a plant back in the yard at the earliest possible time when your project is completed.
    You may have a few less blooms next spring, but since the bulbs most likely had began growing this spring I feel you would lose them if you attempted to hold them until fall.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/how-to-store-bulbs-that-have-sprouted.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 27, 2015
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    From my research it can be used as a dip or spray on the bulbs. Allow them to dry throughly on paper and roll so all sides are dry.

    Here is a link with proper Neem Oil use information.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 3, 2015
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    Yes, you can plant them out when they have finished blooming.
    Here is a great article with more information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/how-to-plant-a-flower-bulb-in-your-garden-after-winter-forcing.htm

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    shelley on
    May 8, 2015
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    What plant are you referring to?

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