Flowers that come from bulbs

As the calendar transitions to fall, life gets busier with back-to-school preparations, the delightful flurry of fall decorating, and anticipation for upcoming holidays. However, amidst all these seasonal activities, it’s important not to forget the garden. Fall marks the end of the garden season for many, but it’s also the perfect time for essential fall …

Greetings, fellow gardening aficionados! I’m absolutely thrilled to delve into the world of natural gardening tips for fall planting with you. There’s a unique satisfaction that comes with getting your hands in the soil during the crisp days of autumn, all in preparation for a garden that will burst with life come spring. And you …

You know, gardening in the shade can be a bit like solving a puzzle, especially if you are looking specifically for bulbs for shade gardens. Many of the plants we typically associate with gardens crave their daily dose of sunlight. But fear not! There’s a whole world of bulbs, rhizomes and tubers out there that …

Hey there, fellow gardening aficionados! If you’ve ever gazed longingly at tulips, crocus, and hyacinths, wondered how to get bulbs to bloom in hot climates, you’re in for a treat. We’re about to spill the beans on how to turn this dream into a reality. Picture this: vibrant blooms, against all odds, thriving in your …

Spring flowering bulbs are typically planted in the fall of the previous year. Tulips, daffodils, hyacinth and crocus are all popular spring bulbs. However, not all spring flowering bulbs are planted outdoors. Some spring flowering bulbs are planted in heated greenhouse or unheated tunnel houses during February and March. These bulbs are usually forced for …

Plant bulbs in January to get a head start on growing gorgeous flowers for cut flower production. Inside of a heated greenhouse, triteleria, anemone, iris and crocosmia should be planted for early spring bloom. The secret to local success as a cut flower grower is to beat out your competition by having gorgeous cut flower …

I fell in love with the corkscrew leaves of the Albuca species and knew I had to add this to my plant collection. Of course, living in Indiana it can be a bit difficult to obtain fresh seed from other countries, so I joined several plant societies including the Pacific Bulb Society in hopes of …

Often the best way to acquire a plant you want is by growing it from seed, but some plants can be difficult to germinate, so today we will discuss arisaema seed germination. Arisaema, or cobra lily as they are commonly called are fascinating plants, especially for those who love unusual plants in their home landscape. …

When many people think of daylilies, they think of the orange ditch lilies you see growing on the side of the road. While these may be the most common summer flowering bulbs that are seen, hybridizing has produced an unbelievable array of colors, including many that are bi-color. Other interesting color combinations include stippled, polychrome, …

If growing tropical bulbs in containers outdoors in the summer is a bit of a challenge to you, you are not alone. While the growing conditions for tropical bulbs or even forcing bulbs indoors require one set of rules, the growing conditions outdoors require yet another set of rules. Everything from water to soil to …