When do I cut back tulips after they have bloomed?

Answer 1

After the foliage has died almost all the way back. That's where the nutients are stored for next years growth.

Answer 2

remove only the flower stem,or just the seed pod from the tip of the stem. if you prematurely remove the leaves, the bulb will not be able to build sufficient energy to rebloom next year. let the leaves remain until they begin to wither, then CUT them off. if you pull on them you may damage the bulb. i have my tulip bulbs planted amongst perrenials that fill out after the tulips have finished blooming and the foiliage of the perrennials hides the dying tulip leaves, so i never have to bother about removing them.i generally replace all the tulip bulbs every 3-4 years anyway, as they seem to decline in vigor and bloom-size after a few seasons.

Answer 3

Always do that after the foliage dies back or it is totally yellow. You may cut the flower stalks right atfer flowering.
You can also use your tulips as annuals pulling them after flowering and planting new ones again in sept-oct. They are cheap when you buy bulk.
Good Luck

Answer 4

read all about tulips and questions on them here

http://www.ext.nodak.edu/extnews/hortiscope/flowers/tulip.htm

Answer 5

Try tugging on the stalk, it will come away when it's ready.

Answer 6

Yes, you are right.