In this section, you will find the growing methods in use, the growing techniques, crop protection, disease control and variety choice of tulips, hyacinths and narcissus.

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5.7 Moisture supply
The bulbs need an adequate supply of moisture to root properly. Bulbs intended for early forcing in particular only have a few weeks to root. The amount of water needed depends on the planting method and the planting depth of the bulbs. By irrigating the soil the temperature may be lowered, especially in October.