Hippeastrum Southern Hemisphere 'Amadeus'
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Storage upon arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or
other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-September - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F.
Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until
brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only
recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year,
but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for
undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results:
Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertililzation
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Storage After Arrival
Unpack immediately upon arrival, ventilate if not immediately planted. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Valentine Forcing Methods
1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival - which is approximately mid-Sept. - in pots. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10. OR
2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 48°F until mid-October. Plant in pots and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR
3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs. Plant in pots approximately mid-October. Continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.
Easter Forcing Method
After planting in mid-October, keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain 41°F until early January at which time, depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" sand and straw cover. This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside temperatures make it possible to do this.
Greenhouse Forcing
For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 20-25 - grow at 58-65°F.
For Easter - start in greenhouse 1-2 weeks before Easter - grow at 58-65°F.
Planting
Plant outdoors with the soil 4" above the bulb nose. Use well drained, composted soil and space 3" apart. Crocus flower early in the season -
March to April. Some crocus varieties are fall flowering, usually blooming late September or early October. Crocus will flower sparsely the first year, but there will be a bundle of flowers in the following years. Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard #3-B, Farfard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Spacing
Plant approximetly 1" below soil level.
Watering
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilization
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs. per 100 gallons of water.
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
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Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
More Details
Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
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Forcing Hyacinths for Valentine's Day and Easter
For Valentine's Day - plant hyacinths in mid-October, cool at 48°F until January 10-15.
For Easter - after planting keep bulbs at 55°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the pot. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time depending on the sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F and held until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available the bulbs can be planted outside under a layer of 6" sand and straw cover.This method is only recommended in the Northern states.
Greenhouse Forcing:
For Christmas - use "Prepared Hyacinths", keep at 40°F, bring into the greenhouse December 1
For Valentine - 3-4 weeks at 65-70°F, bring into the greenhouse January 10-15
For Easter - 4 weeks at 65-70°F
Store after arrival:
Unpack bulbs and ventilate if not planted immediately. Store at 58-65°F. Do not store with fresh fruit, vegetables or other ethylene producing products.
Cooling:
Cooling is the most important step. The main rule for hyacinths is 12-14 weeks of temperature at or below 48°F.
Planting:
Use well drained, outdoor composted site. Plant bulbs so that soil is 6" above the bulb nose. Use 40 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 6" apart. For indoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level. Hyacinths flower in April with a height of 10". Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil should have a pH level of 6-7 and have a low soluble salt level. The following soil mixes have shown the best results: Fafard #2, Fafard#3-B, Fafard #4, Metro 350, Metro 360, Metro 500, Fison Sunshine #4.
Watering:
Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the pot and not over the crop.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize in the greenhouse only, not in the cooler. Use calcium nitrate at a rate of 2 lbs per 100 gallons of water.
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Storage After Arrival
Storing iris is not advised. They should be planted as soon as possible. If they have to be stored, they should be kept in a cool area with good air circulation.
Soil
Best grown in rich soil, evenly moist areas. Tolerates summer drought but should be kept well-watered during times of growth.
Planting
Plant bulbs 5 inches deep, spaced 1 inch apart.
Light
Grow in full sun to part shade.
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Storage After Arrival
Storing iris is not advised. They should be planted as soon as possible. If they have to be stored, they should be kept in a cool area with good air circulation.
Soil
Best grown in rich soil, evenly moist areas. Tolerates summer drought but should be kept well-watered during times of growth.
Planting
Plant bulbs 5 inches deep, spaced 1 inch apart.
Light
Grow in full sun to part shade.
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Storage After Arrival
Storing iris is not advised. They should be planted as soon as possible. If they have to be stored, they should be kept in a cool area with good air circulation.
Soil
Best grown in rich soil, evenly moist areas. Tolerates summer drought but should be kept well-watered during times of growth.
Planting
Plant bulbs 5 inches deep, spaced 1 inch apart.
Light
Grow in full sun to part shade.
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Planting
Plant in fall, 3 inches deep and 3 inches apart. Plants will naturalize over time.
Forcing
Can also be forced in pots for indoor enjoyment. Place in pot filled loosely with potting mix, setting bulbs side by side but not touching. Leaving the top 1/3 of the bulbs exposed, cover loosely wtih soil. Water and store in a cool, dark location for 10 to 12 weeks. Keep soil most but not wet. When shoots emerge, gradually move toward an indoor, sunny location, turning every couple days for even growth.
Soil
Prefers well-drained medium moisture soil. Keep moist in spring, but reduce water when foliage begins to die back.
Sun
Prefers full sun to part shade. Plant is more vigorous in full sun, but blooms last longer in part shade.
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Planting
Plant in fall, 3 inches deep and 3 inches apart. Plants will naturalize over time.
Forcing
Can also be forced in pots for indoor enjoyment. Place in pot filled loosely with potting mix, setting bulbs side by side but not touching. Leaving the top 1/3 of the bulbs exposed, cover loosely wtih soil. Water and store in a cool, dark location for 10 to 12 weeks. Keep soil most but not wet. When shoots emerge, gradually move toward an indoor, sunny location, turning every couple days for even growth.
Soil
Prefers well-drained medium moisture soil. Keep moist in spring, but reduce water when foliage begins to die back.
Sun
Prefers full sun to part shade. Plant is more vigorous in full sun, but blooms last longer in part shade.
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Planting
Plant in fall, 3 inches deep and 3 inches apart. Plants will naturalize over time.
Forcing
Can also be forced in pots for indoor enjoyment. Place in pot filled loosely with potting mix, setting bulbs side by side but not touching. Leaving the top 1/3 of the bulbs exposed, cover loosely wtih soil. Water and store in a cool, dark location for 10 to 12 weeks. Keep soil most but not wet. When shoots emerge, gradually move toward an indoor, sunny location, turning every couple days for even growth.
Soil
Prefers well-drained medium moisture soil. Keep moist in spring, but reduce water when foliage begins to die back.
Sun
Prefers full sun to part shade. Plant is more vigorous in full sun, but blooms last longer in part shade.
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Planting
Plant in fall, 3 inches deep and 3 inches apart. Plants will naturalize over time.
Forcing
Can also be forced in pots for indoor enjoyment. Place in pot filled loosely with potting mix, setting bulbs side by side but not touching. Leaving the top 1/3 of the bulbs exposed, cover loosely wtih soil. Water and store in a cool, dark location for 10 to 12 weeks. Keep soil most but not wet. When shoots emerge, gradually move toward an indoor, sunny location, turning every couple days for even growth.
Soil
Prefers well-drained medium moisture soil. Keep moist in spring, but reduce water when foliage begins to die back.
Sun
Prefers full sun to part shade. Plant is more vigorous in full sun, but blooms last longer in part shade.
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Planting
Plant in fall, 3 inches deep and 3 inches apart. Plants will naturalize over time.
Forcing
Can also be forced in pots for indoor enjoyment. Place in pot filled loosely with potting mix, setting bulbs side by side but not touching. Leaving the top 1/3 of the bulbs exposed, cover loosely wtih soil. Water and store in a cool, dark location for 10 to 12 weeks. Keep soil most but not wet. When shoots emerge, gradually move toward an indoor, sunny location, turning every couple days for even growth.
Soil
Prefers well-drained medium moisture soil. Keep moist in spring, but reduce water when foliage begins to die back.
Sun
Prefers full sun to part shade. Plant is more vigorous in full sun, but blooms last longer in part shade.
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