How long do daffodils and tulips have to be kept in refrigerator before planting?

Daffodils do not have to be refrigerated. Tulips should be chilled 8 to 10 weeks before planting. 3. Q: When is the best time to plant tulips? A: Mid to late December 4. Q: How do you force tulip bulbs? A: Chill in vegetable bin of refrigerator for 8 to 10 weeks then plant in pots with planting mixture of 1/3 each of potting soil, sand and vermiculite. Stir in a sprinkle of bone meal. Plant bulb tops one inch below the soil line. space one inch apart. Sit planted pot in water until soaked. Set in a dark place until shoots appear, then gradually move to bright light. Always keep in a cool room. Water from top when soil appears dry. 5. Q: When do you plant crocus bulbs? A: Plant in November, 3 inches deep and 3 to 6 inches apart. 6. Q: Request for information on planting tulips in a tub. A: Plant the same as you would plant in a garden. Keep outside and lightly moist. Plant late Dec or early Jan. 3 - 4 inches deep and 6 to 12 inches apart. 7. Q: Can you plant tulips just purchased (Nov ...  more