ABS is sampling from address frames that are usually based, in part, on the USPS files. Although approaches for selecting samples of addresses for mail or in-person surveys have existed for decades, the surveyâs success depends heavily on the availability of a suitable address frame.
Water and water uptake are major factors in keeping cut flowers fresh. A process called hardening ensures maximum water uptake. It simply means placing the freshly cut stem in 110Â° F (43.5Â° C) water (plus preservative). Place in a cool location for an hour or two.
Growing tulips in warm climates is tricky because tulips need a cooling period of 3â4 months with temperatures below 50Â°F in order to produce blooms. For this reason, many warm climate gardeners keep their tulip bulbs in the refrigerator for about 3 months before planting them in late December or early January.