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Homes & Gardens
Drew Swainston

How to store bulbs before planting – 3 expert tips to keep them in top condition

Spring bulbs stored in cardboard boxes.

Buying bulbs is an exciting and economical way to add color to a space. Early fall is a great time to buy spring bulbs but, while it is better to plant bulbs quickly after you get them, there will be times you need to store them to plant at a later date.

For example, many growers may get their daffodils, hyacinths, alliums, tulips, and other spring bulbs in one go. However, the time to plant various spring bulbs alters and you may have to store tulip bulbs as they are often planted later than others.

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