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How, where, and when is the best way to preserve hyacinth bulbs?
Ready to embark on your journey from bulb to bloom? Step one: preserving hyacinth bulbs. Reindert, king of hyacinths. In a series of articles, he will teach you everything you need to know about hyacinths. Pay extra attention in this article because if you preserve the bulbs incorrectly, they may become moldy. Your hyacinths will then fail to bloom, and that's something we must prevent at all costs. All for the most beautiful flowers, that's why we do it. New to The Bulb Farmers? Then it's good to know that we only ship all hyacinth bulbs during the planting season (September to December). This way, they stay fresh, and you can start using them right away. Keep reading and make your green thumbs a little greener. Learn to cultivate with the confidence of a farmer.
Key takeaways
- If you want to preserve hyacinth bulbs, first check them upon receipt for dehydration, rot, and potential diseases. This helps prevent disappointments...
- Store your bulbs in the packaging of The Bulb Farmers or, for example, in newspaper or a shoebox with holes.
- Keep the bulbs in a dark, cool (+/- 15°C), and dry place.
- Store your hyacinth bulbs in various locations in the house such as a pantry, shed, cellar, or one of the other options.
- If you follow the instructions carefully, you can store hyacinth bulbs for up to 4 months.
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Meet the hyacinth farmer. Your guide in the world of flower bulbs.
1. Received your order but want to store the hyacinth bulbs? Do this first!
We always recommend everyone to first check the hyacinth bulbs. They are alive, and you need to keep them alive if you want the world's most beautiful flowers. Therefore, check your bulbs for dehydration, rot, and possible diseases. Do this as far as possible visually and by feeling your bulbs. Do you see, feel, or smell that something is wrong? Feel free to contact us. We're happy to assist, and if there's an issue, we'll promptly resolve it by providing you with new bulbs. Even if you purchased flower bulbs from another seller, we advise the same.
2. What materials are suitable for storing hyacinth bulbs?
Storing hyacinth bulbs in a ventilated bag from The Bulb Farmers
If you've placed an order with The Bulb Farmers, you can store your hyacinths in the bag they were delivered in. The holes in the bag allow them to breathe.
Storing hyacinth bulbs in newspaper
You can also store hyacinth bulbs in newspaper or in an egg carton. Other materials are also acceptable as long as they keep the bulbs dry and allow air circulation.
3. Which places in the house are suitable for storing hyacinth bulbs?
After packing, you can store the hyacinth bulbs in a dark, cool, and dry place. The most important aspect is that it's a dry location. Moisture in the area can potentially cause mold or rot, especially with hyacinths. Look for a spot that meets at least the following criteria:
- Dry
- Dark
- A relatively constant room temperature (+/- 15°C)
- Your hyacinth bulbs appreciate fresh air in the room
4. Where in the house can you store hyacinth bulbs?
Hyacinth bulbs can be stored in various places in the house. Consider, for example:
- A pantry or kitchen cabinet
- A cellar or basement cabinet
- A shed or garage
- Another dark, cool, and dry place (around 15°C)
5. How long can you store hyacinth bulbs?
After receiving your order, you can store the hyacinth bulbs for a period of 4 months. The planting period for spring bloomers runs from September to December. If you're going to store your hyacinth bulbs, don't postpone it until the last moment. Your bulbs need to be 'well rooted' before the first frost sets in and winter begins. Otherwise, there's a high chance of failure. Learn even more from farmer Lucas. Dive into his next instructions quickly: planting hyacinth bulbs.
Hooray! You've reached the end of this article. Welcome to your new life of learning to grow like a farmer. In this article, you learned from farmer Lucas how to store hyacinth bulbs. Do you want to learn more about how to get the world's most beautiful flowers? Then proceed to step two: planting hyacinth bulbs or explore the other articles at the bottom of the page. Enjoy gardening!
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