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By Marie Iannotti, About.com Guide to Gardening

Tulips, A Twisted Little Flower

Friday January 11, 2008
Tulips start popping up in stores before they get a chance in the garden, so even if the critters or the weather won't let you have tulips in your garden, you can still have bouquets in the house. If you've ever had a vase full of tulips, you know how entertaining they can be as they twist and contort a little more each day. That's because tulips continue to grow, even after they've been cut. Here are some tips from the Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Center, to help you get your tulips under control.

Photo: © The Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Center. Used with Permission.

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