With the crisp air of fall filling our lungs, it’s the perfect time to venture into the garden and plant bulbs to create a wonderful, colorful garden for next spring.
To get the most from bulbs, you should plant in an area that has well-drained soil and receives at least six hours of sunlight each day.
Bulbs planted in late summer and early fall will bloom either in the following spring or early summer, depending on the variety.
They are some of the most rewarding plants to have in your garden.
They require almost no maintenance, and when they pop up through the soil, you’ll know that the warmer days are on the day.
It’s a wonderful feeling to watch nature in this way.
If you like the idea of spring blooms that will say goodbye to winter, then here are six suggestions that are hardy and won’t let you down.
Snowdrops – They’re usually the first flowers to emerge after a long winter. Of course, they have been known to show up even with snow on the ground. If you want to make an impact, plant at least 20 in a small group. They’re only small plants, measuring around 6 inches in height.
Tulip – You can’t beat the luxurious reds of a tulip when the spring sun catches them perfectly. Now is the perfect time to plant them. You need rich soil and full sun. Put them deep into the soil – maybe up to three times deeper than the height of the bulb. They can grow to 2ft tall, so it’s usually wise to plant them at the back of the flowerbed.
Daffodil – Another classic flower! Who can resist the bright, cheery yellow coloring of a daffodil. They need moist, well-drained soil. Take a note of the type of daffodil you purchase as they can grow anywhere from 6 inches tall to 2ft.
Allium – A hardy bulb that is admired for its stalks and small flowers. Some are grown for their edible bulbs (onions, garlic), while others are ornamental. They are super-hardy and will tolerate either full sun or partial shade. The ornamental allium will pop through the soil in late spring or early summer, depending on the temperature trend at the time.
Tiger Lily – This is another tall bulb flower with stems that can get to 5ft high. Tiger Lilies thrive in well-drained, loamy soil. They are a late bloomer, however. In all probability, they’ll turn up in late spring or early summer.