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Hello. I just received my order of tulip bulbs and I'm not sure exactly when to plant them. We are having such warm weather so I think I should wait u...
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Asked October 08, 2024, 2:34 PM EDT
Hello. I just received my order of tulip bulbs and I'm not sure exactly when to plant them. We are having such warm weather so I think I should wait until the temps are cooler. What is the proper temperature or date to get the tulip bulbs in the ground? Thank you.
Ramsey County Minnesota
Expert Response
It might be more comfortable to plant on a cool day, but this is a good time to do it so far as the bulbs are concerned. Experts at the University of Minnesota have this to say about your question:
"Purchase hardy bulbs in August-September and plant the bulbs as soon as possible.
- In places with cold climates, like Minnesota, planting time is usually from mid-September to mid-October.
- Planting at this time helps the bulb to grow roots before the ground freezes.
- Tulips are one exception; you can plant these as late as you can get them into the soil."
https://extension.umn.edu/how/planting-bulbs-tubers-and-rhizomes
