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Planting Depth Charts for Spring-Flowering Bulbs

Bulb planting depth chart

Spring bulbs like tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths perform best when planted at the correct depth. General rule: plant at a depth three times the bulb's height. The charts below provide specific depths for favorite bulbs.

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