QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 
@ ARE HOLLAND BULBS DIFFICULT TO GROW? 
No. Under normal conditions Holland bulbs will pro- 
duce well-developed flowers because the flower bulbs 
are already formed inside the bulbs when you receive 
them. 
® DO THEY REQUIRE ANY SPECIAL ATTENTION? 
No. Once planted, the bulbs take care of themselves. 
No weeding — no spraying for insects. Without further 
bother, they will produce flowers year after year! 
® WHERE CAN | PLANT THEM? 
Anywhere, in either sun or partial shade. 
@ WHAT KIND OF SOIL DO THEY NEED? 
No special kind. Any garden soil will grow them. 
@ 1S FERTILIZER NECESSARY? 
Chemical fertilizers are not advised. An application 
of an organic fertilizer such as manure or bonemeal 
is helpful. 
e HOW MANY BULBS WILL I NEED? 
Tulips require 5 to 8 bulbs per square foot, Daffodils 
4 to 5 bulbs, Hyacinths 3 to 4 bulbs, and the Heralds 
of Spring about 12 bulbs. 
@ DO BULBS NEED PROTECTION DURING THE 
WINTER? 
No, they are hardy. If you live in a climate where the 
ground alternately freezes and thaws, cover the ground 
with a light mulch. 
@ SHOULD ! CUT OFF THE GREEN FOLIAGE AFTER 
THE BLOOMS ARE GONE? 
No, let it die down naturally. The green foliage is 
necessary for the development of the new bulbs. 
e SHOULD BULBS BE TAKEN UP AFTER THEY 
BLOOM? 
Daffodils, Heralds of Spring, and Lilies should be left 
undisturbed to multiply. Tulips and Hyacinths can 
remain in the ground for 3 years. 
SIMPLE FACTS TO KNOW 
ABOUT HOLLAND BULBS 
Why Plant Holland Bulbs? 
Holland Bulbs are the first flowers to appear in your 
garden. They come as early as February and bloom 
as late as the end of May. They will give you the 
brightest colors — many of which are not found in 
any other plants. They give you the greatest returns 
for the least effort. All they require is proper plant- 
ing. No need to wait years for results. 
When to Plant Holland Bulbs 
Holland Bulbs should be planted in the fall until the 
ground is frozen. Spring planting is not successful. 
How to Plant Holland Bulbs 
Whenever possible, plant Tulips in groups for maxi- 
mum effects. Hyacinths, being a more formal flower, 
can be planted in rows. Daffodils may be planted in 
clumps to give a naturalized effect. Crocus and 
Heralds of Spring can be scattered throughout the 
garden wherever space permits. 
Only a small in- 
vestment will 
make you, too, 
proud of your 
Holland Bulb 
garden next 
spring! 
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