The curved shape and pointed tip act to collect and direct rainwater downward to the soil where the roots can use it. Most plants have wax in their epidermis. The wax protects the leaf from losing too much water in the hot sun. Bulbs are a special kind of plant that need special conditions to grow. List as many factors that you can to explain how why these bulbs rotted.
Scientists have to think backwards to solve a lot of their research questions.
In the case of the Richardton-Taylor tulip garden, we could make a list of the factors that could cause the bulbs to rot, and then investigate. Check the soil and investigate drainage. Go to the Web and check out any unusually wet weather patterns. Please take a few minutes to share your suggestions and comments in our Year-End Evaluation Form below. The information you provide at the end of each year is the single most important tool used to guide our planning.