Plant Flower Bulbs Now for a Spectacular Spring and Summer Garden

Why Bulbs Are a Gardener's Secret Weapon

Flowering bulbs are nature's pre-packaged promises: self-contained energy stores that burst into color with minimal effort. Hardy, diverse, and adaptable, they deliver the highest visual impact per planting minute.

Choosing Bulbs: Classics and Rarities

Local nurseries stock reliable favorites: daffodils, crocuses, hyacinths, tulips, lilies. For unique colors and fragrances, explore online specialty vendors offering varieties like 'Guinevere,' 'Blackmore,' and 'Landon' begonias. Many sites offer discounts and ship bare-root at optimal planting time.

When and How to Plant

• Fall planting: Spring bloomers (tulips, daffodils, hyacinths)
• Spring planting: Summer bloomers (dahlias, gladiolus, lilies)

Plant in well-draining soil at the depth and spacing specified for each variety. Most bulbs thrive in containers too—just ensure adequate depth and drainage.

Design Tips for Maximum Impact

• Plant in drifts or clusters, not single rows.
• Layer early, mid, and late bloomers for continuous color.
• Mix heights and textures.
• Combine with perennials that hide fading bulb foliage.

Easy Start, Years of Returns

Many bulbs naturalize, returning bigger each year. With a little planning this season, your garden will reward you with waves of color that make neighbors ask for your secret.