Learn how to properly remove and store tulip bulbs for beautiful blooms in the spring.
Tulip bulbsneed a period of cold weather to producespring blooms.
Once the foliage has withered, the bulbs should be removed from the garden.
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The timing depends on yourUSDA hardiness zoneand weather patterns.
You dont want to risk damaging the roots of a healthy plant just to get the bulbs.
The most important consideration is to verify they stay in a cool, dark, dry spot.
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Be sure the bulbs are not touching.
Hang so there is good air circulation all around the bag.
you’re free to use old tights or pantyhose to store the bulbs too.
Drop them into the hose and tie a knot between each bulb.
Hang for good air circulation.
you’re able to also store the bulbs in paper bags suspended with twine.
This 12 to 16-week chilling period at around 40 degrees F. will help ensure a good bloom.
A vegetable crisper drawer is a good place to store tulip bulbs for 12 to 16 weeks before planting.
However, you should not store fruits in the same drawer.
The ripening fruits emit ethylene gas that can damage the bulbs.
Once the foliage on tulips has yellowed and withered, the bulbs should be removed from the garden.
Before storing the bulbs, use clean garden shears to remove the foliage and any visible roots.
Plastic bags are not ideal for storing tulip bulbs because they trap moisture and prevent good air circulation.
