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Everything you need to know about choosing, planting, and growing bulbs that will make your garden burst with color.
Planting spring bulbs in autumn means you will have to be patient for the flowers to arrive. But oh boy do those first blooms make us happy, when they start peaking through the soil, after what felt like a long winter. So grab your cultivating hand tools and start planting.
Common name: DAFFODIL When to plant: Late SeptemberPosition: Full sun to partial shadeBloom period: Late winter to early spring
Daffodils are a sure sign for the arrival of spring. Easy to grow they cheer up our flower beds with their vibrant colour of yellow, orange or peach.
Common name: HYACINTH When to plant: Late SeptemberPosition: Full sun to partial shade Bloom period: Spring
Hyancinth treats us not only with its colourful bloom, but above all with a beautiful and intense fragrance. Make sure to position this flower well, where you can fully enjoy its scent.
Common name: CROCUS When to plant: Late SeptemberPosition: Full sun to partial shadeBloom period: Spring
An easy spring bulb that gives satisfying results even to newby gardeners. Crocus come in various shades ranging from pink and orange, all the way to blue, purple and yellow.
Common name: TULIP When to plant: NovemberPosition: Full sunBloom period: Spring
Tulips are a favourite amongst spring flowers and come in a huge variety of shades and forms. When planted in groups of 6-12 bulbs you can achieve the best aesthetics for your flower beds.
When choosing bulbs make sure to select firm and undamaged ones. You should also take into account the position you want to plant them in and ensure the bulbs you are considering are suitable for it. From an aesthetical point of view it is wise to choose bulbs depending on the colour and height of the individual flower in order to ensure they go well together and will please the eye when blooming.
Spring bulbs are typically planted throughout autumn. Mostly during October and November. Depending on the type of flowers you choose and the climate zone you live in, this period can vary, including also September and December months. The main rule here is to plant well before the first frost hits, ideally no later than 6 weeks before.
Planting bulbs is generally easy, but there are some rules to bear in mind for colourful spring beds:1. Dig a hole about 2-3 times deeper than the bulb is tall2. If needed add nutrient to your soil3. In the hole place the bulb with the root down and the shoot upwards4. Leave enough space between bulbs, about twice the width of the bulb5. Cover completely with soil and ideally add mulch on top6. Water well straight after planting
After successfully selecting firm, undamaged bulbs you can go ahead and plant them in their ideal spot. This can either be in flower beds or in pots. Adding compost to your soil is always a good idea and will provide additional nutrients. Last but not least you should avoid overwatering, while at the same time ensuring moist soil.
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