by Marde Ross | Aug 22, 2011 | Daffodils, Other Bulbs for Warm Climates, Peonies, Tulips
Buying cheap bulbs will lead to disappointing results. One year I took pictures of all of my daffodil bulbs against a ruler to show the size. Bulbs differ in size according to variety, but one rule seems to hold true. Plant a smaller bulb rather than the largest that...
by Marde Ross | Aug 22, 2011 | Gardening Tips for Daffodils, Tulips, Peonies & Naturalizing Bulbs, Tulips
Before any preparation begins when growing tulips, the bulbs most be refrigerated for 6-8 weeks in warm climates. The temperature should be around 45 degrees. Take care not to place any apples near them in the cooler. Do not freeze them! Here Are 10 Steps To Follow...
by Marde Ross | Aug 20, 2011 | Gardening Tips for Daffodils, Tulips, Peonies & Naturalizing Bulbs, Peonies
One Select the peonies suitable for your areas. Northern climates have the full spectrum to chose from! Warm weather climates like California and the southern states need to chose single, Japanese singles, semi-double or early doubles so that they will open before it...
by Marde Ross | Aug 20, 2011 | Daffodils, Gardening Tips for Daffodils, Tulips, Peonies & Naturalizing Bulbs
One Dig down about 9 inches to prepare the soil for growing daffodils. Make each hole large enough for 5-7 bulbs, depending on your design. Avoid straight lines unless you want a more formal look. I stagger my daffodils on hillsides to create a natural effect. Two Add...
by Marde Ross | Aug 11, 2011 | Daffodils
Daffodils come in a remarkable variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. Their bloom times vary depending on the climate. In warmer regions, daffodils bloom in a compressed season. In colder climates, the season stretches out, with blooms appearing early, mid, and late in...
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