First time planting tuberoses need tips!

Watch Reply
More
Mark unread Print Skip to new
SabrinaM Athens, TX Jul 15, 2011

I had some bulbs that were very old but I planted them anyway just to see... I planted them according to my time zone and nothing happened for the longest time, now I have leaves that are doing very well, but no flowers. I was just wondering how to care for what I have so that maybe I can have flowers next season... I am new to the whole bulb planting thing and need any advice I can get

Post #8695180
Quote
themoonhowl Prairieville, LA(Zone 9a) Jul 27, 2011

Typically it takes tuberoses 3 to 4 months to bloom after planting, and they do so in mid to late summer. They are very heavy feeders, requiring regular water and fertilizer. here is a link with some info for you.

http://www.easytogrowbulbs.com/plantingguide-tuberose.aspx

Post #8718471
Quote
ecrane3 Dublin, CA(Zone 9a) Jul 27, 2011

The one year I grew them, they bloomed pretty late in the season so you may just need to give them a bit more time.

Post #8719665
Quote
SabrinaM Athens, TX Jul 28, 2011

Thanks for the info... and I will get more fertilizer any recommendations for the best I have just been using miracle grow

Post #8720981
Quote
themoonhowl Prairieville, LA(Zone 9a) Jul 28, 2011

Miracle grow is fine. It will provide what the tuberoses need. You are very welcome....good luck, I hope they bloom well for you...the fragrance is delightful.

Your plants may also be slowed down a bit by the drought and heat...

Post #8721123
Quote
OutlawHeart81 Albany, NY(Zone 5a) Aug 15, 2011

Mmmmm i looooove tuberose! Good luck! The smell will be worth your wait, but in case you're impatient like me, try Michael kores fragrances. :)

Post #8758707
Quote

Post a Reply to this Thread

Please or sign up to post.
Back to Forum Homepage

More Beginner Gardening Threads

Go to all Beginner Gardening threads
BACK TO TOP