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Sometimes, though, circumstances delay planting and the ground freezes in the winter. Plant the tulip bulbs as soon as the ground thaws in the spring, even if new growth has already started. Dig the soil up to a depth of 12 inches. Remove weeds and rocks. Break up soil clumps and loosen the soil. Spread 1 inch of peat moss on top of the planting area. Work this into the soil to the depth of 12 inches.
Tulips bloom in spring, but preparation begins in early to late winter. Tulip bulbs need a minimum of four weeks of chilling before they will bloom. Nurseries often sell pre-chilled bulbs but if not, the process is simple.ulip bulbs grow best planted 4 to 6 inches deep and 2 to 5 inches apart. You can force tulips to bloom out of season in winter by pre-chilling the bulbs and then planting them in pots indoors. The bulbs require the chilling period followed by 10 to 16 weeks in warm conditions before they will bloom.