Package of Practices (POP) for Tulip:
Scientific Name & Family: Tulipa spp., Family: Liliaceae.
Common Names: Tulip.
Climate: Prefers cool temperate climate; requires cold conditions for bulb sprouting.
Soil: Well-drained sandy loam soil rich in organic matter; neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Propagation: By bulbs; use healthy, disease-free bulbs for planting.
Planting Time & Spacing: Plant bulbs in autumn; spacing 10–15 cm, depth 10–12 cm.
Watering & Irrigation: Light irrigation after planting; moderate watering during growth, avoid waterlogging.
Manures & Fertilizer: Apply well-rotted FYM before planting; balanced NPK at early growth stage.
Flowering & Maintenance: Flowers in spring; remove spent blooms but allow leaves to dry naturally.
Pests & Diseases: Bulb rot, aphids, and fungal diseases; ensure good drainage and bulb treatment before planting.
