Canna 'Pretoria'

Canna can be planted anytime of the year in southern zones but the soil temperature should be 78-80° F.  In zones 3-8, plant in spring and summer when ground temperature is not below 65°F. They should be started indoors one month prior to moving outside. Canna prefer a sunny location in moist, fertile soil. When planting outside, prepare soil by spading and adding compost or rotted manure. Rhizomes should be planted 1 - 1/2" deep and spaced 18-24" apart. Soak well after planting. For container planting, pot one rhizome per gallon in well drained potting mix.  Containers will finish in 10-12 weeks when potted during the appropriate temperatures:  Daytime 70-75° F; Night 65-70° F. Fertilize established (2-3 weeks) plants monthly with 1:2:1 ratio (12:24:12 or 5:10:5), fertilizing at 1/2 the package recommendation. NPK at 200 ppm weekly in injector fed systems.

Canna 'Primrose Yellow'

Canna can be planted anytime of the year in southern zones but the soil temperature should be 78-80° F.  In zones 3-8, plant in spring and summer when ground temperature is not below 65°F. They should be started indoors one month prior to moving outside. Canna prefer a sunny location in moist, fertile soil. When planting outside, prepare soil by spading and adding compost or rotted manure. Rhizomes should be planted 1 - 1/2" deep and spaced 18-24" apart. Soak well after planting. For container planting, pot one rhizome per gallon in well drained potting mix.  Containers will finish in 10-12 weeks when potted during the appropriate temperatures:  Daytime 70-75° F; Night 65-70° F. Fertilize established (2-3 weeks) plants monthly with 1:2:1 ratio (12:24:12 or 5:10:5), fertilizing at 1/2 the package recommendation. NPK at 200 ppm weekly in injector fed systems.

Canna 'Red King Humbert'

Canna can be planted anytime of the year in southern zones but the soil temperature should be 78-80° F.  In zones 3-8, plant in spring and summer when ground temperature is not below 65°F. They should be started indoors one month prior to moving outside. Canna prefer a sunny location in moist, fertile soil. When planting outside, prepare soil by spading and adding compost or rotted manure. Rhizomes should be planted 1 - 1/2" deep and spaced 18-24" apart. Soak well after planting. For container planting, pot one rhizome per gallon in well drained potting mix.  Containers will finish in 10-12 weeks when potted during the appropriate temperatures:  Daytime 70-75° F; Night 65-70° F. Fertilize established (2-3 weeks) plants monthly with 1:2:1 ratio (12:24:12 or 5:10:5), fertilizing at 1/2 the package recommendation. NPK at 200 ppm weekly in injector fed systems.

Canna 'Richard Wallace'

Canna can be planted anytime of the year in southern zones but the soil temperature should be 78-80° F.  In zones 3-8, plant in spring and summer when ground temperature is not below 65°F. They should be started indoors one month prior to moving outside. Canna prefer a sunny location in moist, fertile soil. When planting outside, prepare soil by spading and adding compost or rotted manure. Rhizomes should be planted 1 - 1/2" deep and spaced 18-24" apart. Soak well after planting. For container planting, pot one rhizome per gallon in well drained potting mix.  Containers will finish in 10-12 weeks when potted during the appropriate temperatures:  Daytime 70-75° F; Night 65-70° F. Fertilize established (2-3 weeks) plants monthly with 1:2:1 ratio (12:24:12 or 5:10:5), fertilizing at 1/2 the package recommendation. NPK at 200 ppm weekly in injector fed systems.

Canna 'Rosemond Cole'

Canna can be planted anytime of the year in southern zones but the soil temperature should be 78-80° F.  In zones 3-8, plant in spring and summer when ground temperature is not below 65°F. They should be started indoors one month prior to moving outside. Canna prefer a sunny location in moist, fertile soil. When planting outside, prepare soil by spading and adding compost or rotted manure. Rhizomes should be planted 1 - 1/2" deep and spaced 18-24" apart. Soak well after planting. For container planting, pot one rhizome per gallon in well drained potting mix.  Containers will finish in 10-12 weeks when potted during the appropriate temperatures:  Daytime 70-75° F; Night 65-70° F. Fertilize established (2-3 weeks) plants monthly with 1:2:1 ratio (12:24:12 or 5:10:5), fertilizing at 1/2 the package recommendation. NPK at 200 ppm weekly in injector fed systems.

Canna 'Striped Beauty'

Canna can be planted anytime of the year in southern zones but the soil temperature should be 78-80° F.  In zones 3-8, plant in spring and summer when ground temperature is not below 65°F. They should be started indoors one month prior to moving outside. Canna prefer a sunny location in moist, fertile soil. When planting outside, prepare soil by spading and adding compost or rotted manure. Rhizomes should be planted 1 - 1/2" deep and spaced 18-24" apart. Soak well after planting. For container planting, pot one rhizome per gallon in well drained potting mix.  Containers will finish in 10-12 weeks when potted during the appropriate temperatures:  Daytime 70-75° F; Night 65-70° F. Fertilize established (2-3 weeks) plants monthly with 1:2:1 ratio (12:24:12 or 5:10:5), fertilizing at 1/2 the package recommendation. NPK at 200 ppm weekly in injector fed systems.

Canna 'The President'

Canna can be planted anytime of the year in southern zones but the soil temperature should be 78-80° F.  In zones 3-8, plant in spring and summer when ground temperature is not below 65°F. They should be started indoors one month prior to moving outside. Canna prefer a sunny location in moist, fertile soil. When planting outside, prepare soil by spading and adding compost or rotted manure. Rhizomes should be planted 1 - 1/2" deep and spaced 18-24" apart. Soak well after planting. For container planting, pot one rhizome per gallon in well drained potting mix.  Containers will finish in 10-12 weeks when potted during the appropriate temperatures:  Daytime 70-75° F; Night 65-70° F. Fertilize established (2-3 weeks) plants monthly with 1:2:1 ratio (12:24:12 or 5:10:5), fertilizing at 1/2 the package recommendation. NPK at 200 ppm weekly in injector fed systems.

Canna 'Wyoming'

Canna can be planted anytime of the year in southern zones but the soil temperature should be 78-80° F.  In zones 3-8, plant in spring and summer when ground temperature is not below 65°F. They should be started indoors one month prior to moving outside. Canna prefer a sunny location in moist, fertile soil. When planting outside, prepare soil by spading and adding compost or rotted manure. Rhizomes should be planted 1 - 1/2" deep and spaced 18-24" apart. Soak well after planting. For container planting, pot one rhizome per gallon in well drained potting mix.  Containers will finish in 10-12 weeks when potted during the appropriate temperatures:  Daytime 70-75° F; Night 65-70° F. Fertilize established (2-3 weeks) plants monthly with 1:2:1 ratio (12:24:12 or 5:10:5), fertilizing at 1/2 the package recommendation. NPK at 200 ppm weekly in injector fed systems.

Canna 'Yellow King Humbert'

Canna can be planted anytime of the year in southern zones but the soil temperature should be 78-80° F.  In zones 3-8, plant in spring and summer when ground temperature is not below 65°F. They should be started indoors one month prior to moving outside. Canna prefer a sunny location in moist, fertile soil. When planting outside, prepare soil by spading and adding compost or rotted manure. Rhizomes should be planted 1 - 1/2" deep and spaced 18-24" apart. Soak well after planting. For container planting, pot one rhizome per gallon in well drained potting mix.  Containers will finish in 10-12 weeks when potted during the appropriate temperatures:  Daytime 70-75° F; Night 65-70° F. Fertilize established (2-3 weeks) plants monthly with 1:2:1 ratio (12:24:12 or 5:10:5), fertilizing at 1/2 the package recommendation. NPK at 200 ppm weekly in injector fed systems.

Chionodoxa 'Luciliae'

blue

Cimicifuga 'jap. Silver Dance'

Clematis 'Asao'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Blue Angel'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Claire de Lune'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Crystal Fountain'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Double Multi Blue'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Dr. Ruppel'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Duchess of Albany'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Duchess of Edinburg'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Hagley Hybrid'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Jackmanii'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Jackmanii Superba'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Nelly Moser'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Niobe'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Paniculata'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Pink Champagne'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Rhapsody'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Samaritan Jo'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Taiga'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Venosa Violacea'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Clematis 'Will Goodwin/HF Young'

Location

Clematis and vines will require an area that will have at least a half day or more direct sunlight. The plant depending on the variety will grow upright six to twelve feet. Although it can only grow as tall as the trellis, arbor or support that you have given it. For example, if your trellis is eight feet tall and the vine you choose grows to twelve feet, it would simply hang over and grow down the other side.

Soil Preparation

Clematis and vines need a moist, well-drained soil. Prepare your hole at least one foot deep and mix 50% peat moss or well-rotted manure. Backfill hole with the amended soil and plant the vines so the top of the root ball is just below the ground level burying the first set of eyes. The plant should be mulched and kept moist, not wet, especially during the first growing season. Fertilize every four weeks during the growing season with a

well-balanced liquid fertilizer.

Support

The main stem of the clematis or vines must have a firm support, otherwise damage may occur through wind. As the newly planted

vine produces new growth this should be carefully trained and tied into position.            

Colchicums 'Autum. Major'

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.

Convallaria 'Old Fashion White'

Where To Plant

For best growth, plant convallaria in well drainging soil where they will receive light to moderate shade. Amend soil with compost or
other organic material to improve drainage.

How To Plant

Plant roots so that the tops just barely poke above the soil. Water generously to settle soil around the roots.

Convallaria 'Rosea'

Where To Plant

For best growth, plant convallaria in well drainging soil where they will receive light to moderate shade. Amend soil with compost or
other organic material to improve drainage.

How To Plant

Plant roots so that the tops just barely poke above the soil. Water generously to settle soil around the roots.

Crocosmia 'Diablito'

Crocosmia 'Geo. Davidson'

yellow

Crocosmia 'Lucifer'

fiery red

Crocus 'Cream Beauty'

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.

Crocus 'Orange Monarch'

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.

Crocus 'Spring Beauty'

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.

Crocus 'Zonatus'

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.

Crocus Sativus 'Sativus'

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.

Crocus Vernus 'Jeanne D'Arc'

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.

Crocus Vernus 'Mammoth Yellow'

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.

Crocus Vernus 'Mixed'

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.

Crocus Vernus 'Pickwick'

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.

Crocus Vernus 'Remembrance'

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.

Daffodil 'Mixes'

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 and Easter Forcing

Cooling

This is the most important step and can be done according to various methods:

For Valentine

1. Plant bulbs immediately upon arrival (approx. mid-September) in pots or flats. Place in cooler at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5-10.   OR

2. Dry precool bulbs (not planted) at 480F until mid-October in pots or flats and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5. OR

3. Obtain "precooled" bulbs, plant in pots or flats approximately mid-October and continue cooling at 48°F. Bring into greenhouse January 5.

For Easter

After planting keep bulbs at 48°F until the roots grow out of the bottom of the container. When the roots show, drop the temperature to 41°F. Maintain this temperature until early January at which time, depending on sprout development, the temperature needs to be lowered to 34°F andheld until brought into the greenhouse. If no cooler facility is available, the bulbs can be planted outside under a 6" layer of sand and straw cover.   This method is only recommended in the Northern states where outside soil temperature is cold enough to make it possible to do this.

Greenhouse Forcing

For Valentine - start in greenhouse January 10, grow at 58-65°F.

For Easter - start in greenhouse 4 weeks before Easter, grow at 58-65°F.

Planting

Plant bulbs outdoors so that soil is 4-6" above. the bulb nose (ndoor forcing, plant bulbs at soil level) Any commercial soil or soil mix can be used as long as it has good drainage and allows for undisturbed root growth. Soil pH level should be 6-7 and should 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, and Fison Sunshine #4.

Spacing

Use 40-100 bulbs per square yard - space bulbs about 3-6" apart. Exact spacing and planting depth depends on the bulb size.

Watering

Water every other day. Always make sure that watering is done directly into the container 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.

Height Control

Generally this is not a concern for Valentine forcing, however, for Easter a spray application of 500-2000 ppm Florel may be needed to control height or a drench with topflor when grown in the greenhouse. See Cornell Hort website for details and application rates.