Hyacinths For Easter
By Cathey Borowski: I got several hyacinths for Easter. The flowers are dying off and I am waiting for the leaves to wilt. How do I keep these plants over the spring & summer for fall planting? Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Cathey,Hyacinths are perennials. The plants do die off and the bulbs are stored.In colder climates, plant hardy bulbs as soon as possible after purchase.In milder climates, plant hardy bulbs in late October or early November after the soil has cooled.Keep them in the refrigerator or some other cool spot until you set them out.In warm-winter climates you may need to pre-chill bulbs before planting to trick them into a dormant state. Simply place them in a container with a lid and put them in the refrigerator for 8 – 10 weeks.Avoid storing fruit (especially apples) in the refrigerator while you are chilling bulbs. Ripening fruit gives off a gas that may stop bulbs from flowering.
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