When to Plant Tulip Bulbs in Containers. In conversation with gardening expert Tony O'Neill from Simplify Gardening, he tells us that tulip bulbs should ideally be planted in containers during the ...

I use tulips as annuals in my pots and compost them when I’m ready to plant my containers for summer display. Tulip bulbs compare favorably in price with other annuals,” Montgomery says.

By planting bulbs in pots, they are protected from hungry critters and can be overwintered in an unheated garage until spring. It’s best to choose a large plastic pot at least 18 inches in ...

There’s nothing like the sight of colorful tulips popping up out of the ground — a sign that spring has sprung and sunny days are ahead! If you’ve transplanted potted tulip plants this ...

Your tulips will bloom beautifully in spring if you plant them now and follow major depth rule And scroll down to see Monty Don's 'tulip lasagne' tip too Katy Pagan , Digital Fabulous Editor ...

Tulip bulbs have to chill out (chillax?) ... After the cold period, pot the bulbs as suggested in the old-fashioned way, then place the pots in a 50-55 F dark area for a month.

Plant enough tulips bulbs in a pot of potting soil to fill the pot without the bulbs touching. Plant the tulip bulbs with the flat side facing the rim of the pot. The first leaf of each bulb will ...

The City of Holland Parks Department moved 1,500 pots of tulips into a cooler on Friday, April 19 to slow the bulb's bloom. The parks department has a selection of tulips that will be sold at the ...

Tulips are stunning spring bulbs that flower in April and May. They grow well in both pots and borders, and the bulbs should be planted in late autumn. Which? Gardening magazine grew and compared ...

Or, if you’re planting your tulip bulbs in pots instead, use a peat-free multipurpose compost, he says. Most importantly, you want the soil to be damp—not too wet or dry.

For many, starting tulip bulbs in pots before transferring them to the soil post-bloom is standard practice. But not everyone has the luxury of garden space, like those residing in flats.