How do I grow bulbs in Zone 9 Houston, TX?
I have the following bulbs:
Freesia
Daffodil
Narcissus paperwhites
Tulips
It is October. They are to be planted between October and December. Do I go out and plant them or do I put them in my fridge until December? I am so confused. Should I supplement the soil with something?
In Houston, it’s still very warm, as you know. Your bulbs require about 14 weeks of cold temperatures (although not freezing) to bloom successfully in the spring. That being the case, it’s best to chill your bulbs in the fridge until the ground is cold for the winter. I’ve known people who simply kept them in the fridge until late January or early February. At that point, you can put them in the ground and you should be ok.
You probably won’t need to put any fertilizers in the ground until next year, if the bulbs were healthy and good quality from a reputable supplier.
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