Watering dormant bulbs in mild Roswell winter
Bulbs such as daffodils and tulips can sprout early when soil and air stay cool but not cold enough to chill the soil. With leaves formed, water them again periodically to prevent drying and desiccation as the foliage draws moisture from either bulbs or soil.
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Watering and mulch tips for hardy spring bulbs
The text explains deeply planting bulbs 4 to 6 inches, using organic mulch to retain moisture, and watering every 3 weeks to keep soil moist but not soggy. It notes a warm courtyard microclimate aids growth, bulbs’ buds tolerate cold, and proper watering yields long scapes with delayed flowering.
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