Living in the northern hemisphere, you decide to plant tulip bulbs in the spring. You are disappointed in the summer when they do not bloom. You had forgotten that tulip bulbs need a period of vernalization in order for them to bloom. What change should you make?
a) Plant the tulip bulbs in soil that has an abundance of nutrients, especially phosphorus.
b) Make sure that the tulips are kept in shady areas as too much sun will not allow them to sprout
c) Be careful to give the tulips plenty of water while they are germinating, but reduce the amount as the plants grow.
d) Ensure the plants are established in a region that will receive long periods of dark as this is required for the tulips to bloom.
e) Plant the tulip bulbs in the fall as opposed to the spring.