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When should I plant these bulbs?

Antwerpen, Belgium

I have just bought Dracunculus vulgaris bulbs. Can anyone tell me when these should be planted please?


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Plant in Spring, well drained soil, sunny aspect.

17 Oct, 2009

 

Not hardy, at least where we live.

17 Oct, 2009

 

D. vulgaris is a Mediterranean bulb that is not fully hardy. However, I think that your main problem in the garden will be that it requires a dry summer dormancy. I would consider growing it in a large pot that can be moved as conditions demand.

17 Oct, 2009

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