These bulbs (at least seven or eight) are growing larger in size.

An individual bulb can grow and flower for a few years.

All hardy bulbs must grow roots first before they bloom.

"You may make yourself comfortable on that score," said Rosa, smiling; "your bulb is not growing in water."

Hatam is a Khoi name that means "mountains where the bulbs grow".

The simple reason is that these bulbs must grow new roots and settle in fast before the soil becomes too cold for growth.

The bulb has a thin, dark brown skin and grows 10- 15 cm deep in the ground.

Below the windows some bulbs were growing, mainly tulips.

As bulbs grow in pots, the amount of water needed varies according to the growth of the flowers.

But the opportunity is fast dwindling since the bulbs must grow roots before the ground freezes.