Newbie growing potted tulips

by Kanchana
(Laguna Niguel, California)

Hello,

I live in Southern California. Just planted the tulip bulbs yesterday and I was told to fertilize the soil before I plant them. And I did. Just found out after I read more on it that I might end up killing the bulbs. Should I remove them from the pot and replant them in a new soil? Also, I am planting them in a pot. How often should I water? And how much? I have minimal growing anything and would love to make something bloom once. Thanks for helping me out.

Doug says you're growing potted tulips. No need to feed them because you're only going to grow them for one season and toss them away. (Getting them to bloom again is going to require 14-16 weeks of very cold weather).

As long as you didn't overdose them, they'll be fine. No idea how much you put in so can't say. To be safe, remove and repot in clean soil.

To water - soak and then water only when the soil is dry to the touch. Soak again - and only water again when the soil is dry to the touch.

That should do it if you give them lots of lights. Enjoy the blooms