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Bulbs
•April 12, 2021•

7 BEGINNER TIPS FOR PLANTING BULBS

START WITH HEALTHY BULBS Make sure that when purchasing your bulbs you take a good look at them.  They need to be firm and dry.  They should not have any mold or soft, mushy areas. BE PATIENT & PLANT AT THE RIGHT TIME Don’t be in a rush to plant out your bulbs until waiting...
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•April 12, 2021•

TRITONIA

Tritonia corms (bulbo-tubers) should be planted in light, sandy, friable (easily crumbled) soil that is loose for good drainage. Tritonia are great in pots and should be planted at a depth of about 4cm. After planting, it’s a good idea to mulch them well, which will protect them from the frost and help with moisture...
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•April 12, 2021•

IXIA

Ixia is a corm (bulbo-tuber).  They can be planted en-masse in the garden to add a bright splash of colour.  There are about 50 different species of Ixia and they are indigenous to South Africa.  Their pretty flowers will open fully during the day.  When evening comes, they will close a little.  Ixia prefers well-draining...
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•April 12, 2021•

HYACINTHS

The type of soil that you plant your hyacinths bulbs into is not very important, but what is necessary is that it has  good drainage and compost to regulate temperature and moisture.  If you plan on planting your hyacinth bulbs in pots, we recommend you plant them with their neck exposed. If you are planting...
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