I've been waiting for full bloom all my life, Belle.

Most beef plants will allow a longer time for bloom depending on the speed of the grading chain.

Lack of nutrients may be another reason for sparse bloom.

"I probably won't make it for bloom, which is the beginning of May," she said, "I'll be home too late."

It is better to plant late than wait until spring, when the period of cold treatment will be too short for good bloom.

Here are a few tips that may increase the possibilities for bloom.

For earlier bloom, sow indoors 4 to 6 weeks prior to planting out.

The hibiscus will form new leaves and set flower buds for bloom next year.

The trick is in keeping the plants alive for future bloom.

A. The trigger for bloom is not warmth by itself.