A plant is moved from one location to another.The gardener might prefer another location for the plant.Sometimes there is a need for the plant to be moved.In the case of bulbs, this is often because the bulbs have reproduced themselves by growing baby bulbs as replacements for the parent plant.It is necessary to divide the bulbs in order to maximize their performance when this happens.To ensure a successful transplant of your bulbs, you must first prepare them and then plant them.
Step 1: The bulbs should be visible to avoid damage.
It is easy to move bulbs when you know where they are, so gardeners try to transplant them when some of the plant is visible above the ground.The plant will focus on drawing in food to survive the winter.Cutting green foliage deprives the plant of the ability to nourish itself and store energy from sunlight to see it through the winter.
Step 2: The best bulbs to transplant are in the fall.
The best time to transplant bulbs is in the fall when the foliage is yellow.You can move bulbs in the springtime, but never cut or damage green shoots.Don't damage the growing roots if you move them in the spring.
Step 3: Carefully remove bulbs to make sure their health.
The trick with digging up bulbs is to avoid damaging the main bulb and to preserve as much of the root structure as possible.This can be difficult.There is always a need for gentle handling when moving bulbs.
Step 4: Know how deep your bulbs are.
You should always plant a bulb at a depth of several times the height of the bulb.It will give you an idea of how deep you need to dig to avoid damaging the bulb.The usual depth for planting is three times the height of the bulb.Over time, bulbs wriggle deeper into the ground, which may add to the depth they were initially planted at.Larger bulbs such as tulips or daffodils will be planted to a depth of about 8 inches (20.3 cm).It is best to assume they are at 12 inches (30 cm) deep.
Step 5: Before the transplant, separate your bulbs.
Bulb plants reproduce by dividing the parent bulb into several daughter bulbs.Over a period of years, this happens.If you see a clump of smaller bulbs, gently separate them with your fingers.You can increase your bulb stock by planting the new bulbs separately.Pulling apart their roots will help avoid damaging neighboring bulbs.
Step 6: You can plant your bulbs in sunny and well-drained soil.
Bulbs are easy to grow, but will appreciate well-drained soil and a sunny site.Any place where puddles form should not be planted with bulbs.Try squeezing some damp earth.If it forms a sticky mass when squeezed, then it may be clay-laden.If this is the case, it is a good idea to add lots of organic matter to the soil to improve drainage.This is a good time to replant the bulbs.Regardless of soil type, bulbs will appreciate plenty of organic matter such as well-rotted manure being incorporated at planting time.
Step 7: The bulbs should be stored to prevent rot.
It is best to replant bulbs after digging them up.You can store them for a short time if this isn't possible.The trick is to not let them rot.Remove as much soil as you can after lifting your bulbs.Remove any straggly roots from the bulb.The bulbs should be thrown away.Allow the bulbs to dry out on a flat surface for a day or two.Put the bulbs in a container of sawdust or paper bags.Net bags used to store oranges are used by some gardeners.The bulbs can get damp and rotting if dry air is not allowed to circulate.It is best not to overcrowd the bulbs and prevent them from touching each other as this can lead to rot spreading.
Step 8: The bulbs should be kept in a dry place.
You can store your bulbs in an unheated garden shed where the temperatures don't fall below freezing.The best time to plant spring flowering bulbs is in the autumn.Gardeners prepare for storing bulbs by dusting them with a fungicide.This is a good idea, but not essential.
Step 9: Good growth is ensured by planting your bulbs at a depth equivalent to three times its height.
Plant your bulbs at a depth of 3 times the bulb's height.At least twice the width of the bulb should be planted.A 2 inch bulb should be planted 6 inches deep and at least 4 inches from its neighbor.Adding compost to the bottom of the hole will allow the bulb to sit on.Put the bulb in the hole with the pointed end facing upwards.Don't tread down the earth with your foot as this can cause damage.If you want to plant bulbs under the grass, be careful not to mow the area until the foliage has faded.
Step 10: Additional steps need to be taken for bulbs planted in containers.
Bulbs can be replanted in a container.To encourage the proper growth of contain-planed bulbs, it's a good idea to use a ratio of 1 part grit to 3 parts compost.Container bulbs need to be planted at a depth of three times their size, but they will tolerate more crowding than ground-planted bulbs, and an inch of separation is fine.The bulbs should not be allowed to touch.During the growing season, feed container-planted bulbs.
Step 11: Water container plants bulbs to keep them hydrated.
Container-planted bulbs need to be watered throughout the growing season.When the foliage dies back, cut back on watering as this will help the plant go dormant.Don't let the container dry out completely when the bulbs are not in use.