Planting bulbs in late summer to early fall is one of the simplest ways to set your garden up for success. Many varieties begin rooting while the soil is still warm, which helps them establish before ...

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Get ready now for early spring color. If you thought autumn is the time to stop gardening, think again. It's bulb-planting time! The later part of September and into October is the time to start ...

Hard to believe, but now is the time to start thinking about planting those bulbs that will pop up after winter. What do you need to know before turning up the soil? Brian Jervis, a horticulturist ...

I have one of those flower gardens that people pause and take pictures of. But every time someone passes my garden and compliments my flowers, I have to stop myself from saying, “It’s really a lot ...

There's not much that rivals spring bulb bloom in the garden. The anticipation all winter. The inevitable forgetting where you planted bulbs or that you planted any at all. And then the show. It’s a ...

However, some animals such as chipmunks or voles like to go underground, dig out and eat bulbs. As you plant your bulbs this year, here are some tips to keep them safe from digging pests. Plant deeper ...

Bulb flowers are known for their ease of care, long life, and capacity to multiply underground—which means more flowers each year without all the labor. Not to mention, they are hardy, thrive in pots ...

A joyful spring scene: A smiling young gardener proudly shows off blooming daffodils planted the previous fall. Fall bulb planting is easy at any age—fun for the whole family and a rewarding way to ...

The darker days of winter are slowly making their departure and lighter evenings remind us that spring is nearly here. That's why I'm not waiting any longer to curate my list of perennial bulbs to ...

Planting a bulb garden is a great way to highlight your landscape and gardens, but the key to success lies in how you plant them in the fall. If you’re new to gardening, understanding when to plant ...