Both the major and minor bulbs are handled in much the same way, although the forcing period may vary slightly. Catalogs usually identify forcing varieties. Plastic pots have the advantage of not drying out as rapidly as clay pots. They are easier to clean and lighter in weight as well as less expensive. However, many prefer clay bulb pans or pots.
Bulbs grow equally well in either.
The pots should be scrubbed clean before use, and clay pots soaked for several hours to fill pores. A good potting mixture consists of one part good garden soil, one part sand, and one part peat moss. Fertilizer should not be added to the mixture. A suitable potting mixture may be bought from a florist if only a few bulbs are to be potted. Planting can take place any time from mid-September to December, depending on the desired date of flowering, and the type of storage used.