Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00001610
11/12/99
Selecting Hardy Bulbs
Hardy bulbs are those that do not need to be dug each
fall. They can be left in the ground until they need to
be divided. Hardy bulbs can be purchased in many types of
stores and from mail order nurseries. The best results
are obtained with good quality bulbs. Healthy bulbs are
firm, relatively unblemished and show no signs of rot.
Buy enough bulbs of the same variety to assure a good
show. Plant all the bulbs of one variety together for
uniformity of height and time of bloom. Buying a mixture
of different colors may lead to disappointment. When
planting there is no way to tell what bulb produces what
color flower. The mixture may be made of different
colors and types. Some will be taller than others and
blooming times will vary. A dozen of one variety, planted
together, provides a good display. More than a dozen of
the smaller types of hardy bulbs may be needed.
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