The 6 inch pot can hold three hyacinths or daffodils.
double-check you choose only healthy bulbs.
Fill it to about 3/4 with potting soil.
When planting several bulbs in the same pot, leave about a pencil width of space around each bulb.
Water the bulbs and add more soil to cover the bulbs.
A cold frame, unheated garage or basement should provide the perfect environment for the bulbs.
A refrigerator can also be used.
Dont over water, but dont let the bulbs dry out, either.
Smaller pots of forced bulbs can be arranged in a basket to form a tiny indoor garden.
Tie a coordinating ribbon around a plain clay pot for a simpler statement.
The bulbs should bloom in about 3 to 4 weeks after they are brought indoors.
Keeping them cool will keep them blooming longer, giving your home a cheery preview of spring.
