Tulips were once a hot commodity, leading to an economic crash in Holland in the 17th century. Plant tulip bulbs in the fall for successful growth, ensuring proper chilling period before blooming.

To give the latter room to grow, plant them 3in apart. Water well after planting and then wait until spring. They usually flower in about late April to early May and should keep going, barring being ...

Tulips traditionally flower from late March to early May; however, many supermarkets are stocking them already.