Bulb Basics

How to plant tulips in fall for a bounty of spring colors.

PICK AS POT Find an area with more than six hours of direct sunlight a day. Some afternoon shade is preferable in hot climates, but it is not necessary. TIME IT RIGHT Wait to plant until night-time temps are consistently 40 or 50 degrees. In the North, that usually means late September or October. Southern gardeners may need to wait until late winter or chill their bulbs. PREP THE SOIL Loosen about a foot of soil. Tulips need well-draining soil to avoid rot, so consider adding compost or other amendments to improve the flow of water. PLACE THE BULBS Plant each one in a hole that’s three times as deep as the bulb is tall, or about 6 to 8 inches. Leave 4 to 5 inches between the bulbs for dense but not overcrowded planting. TOP OFF Lightly pack…

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