By Dr. Mercola
If you want splashes of color in your spring garden, the classic tulip is a timeless essential. Even if there’s a chill in the air, you can get started with planning — and planting — these cheerful harbingers of spring. If you’re a novice, however, it’s wise to research tips for planting tulips to maintain their growth.
The basic tulip is cup-shaped with three petals, sturdy stems and six elongated leaves. While they’re associated with Holland, tulips originated near where the present-day borders of China, Tibet, Afghanistan and Russia converge. Historical documents show they were cultivated in Turkey as far back …read more
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