Tulip Division

I was given free bulbs from a friend who pulled the plants up after their blooms were gone. There are still green leaves on the plants and the original bulbs have been divided into 4-5 smaller bulbs. I want to replant them for blooms next spring. I know I should leave the leaves on until withered and dry, but the divided bulbs I’m not sure about. Should I divide them into the several small ones? Are some of these more likely to bloom next year, and if so, which ones are best for replanting?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 04/26/2011 @ 7:31 am

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