How to Force Hyacinth Bulbs Most fall-planted bulbs (such as tulips, daffodils, and hyacinth) require a chilling period in order for them to bloom and grow correctly. In climates where the winter temperatures remain cold enough for an adequate period of time (zones 2 through 7), this chilling period is provided naturally when bulbs are planted outdoors. However, if planting…Read More
Having a plan when it comes to gardening sets you up for future success. Planning now for winter garden projects as well as the awakening of the earth in spring can reap bountiful rewards. Planting pre-chilled bulbs for indoor forcing or gardening in warm climates requires early planning for the best results. Working with chilled bulbs can help to ease…Read More
Part II: Starting the Forcing Process Ok. So you’ve decided to try your hand at forcing some flower bulbs (or your lack of time to plant the fall bulbs you purchased has decided it for you). Let’s start the process! First off, you will want to decided HOW and WHERE you want to chill your bulbs. This will be largely…Read More
Part I: What is Forcing??? We’ve all been there: for one reason or another you didn’t get to planting your spring-blooming bulbs this fall. Maybe you live in an apartment or condo where you have no yard, maybe the weather turned colder faster than you expected, or maybe you just plain didn’t get to it. Whatever the reason may be,…Read More
So you love tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths? The list goes on. But maybe you live in a condo or apartment with only a balcony and no yard. Or perhaps you’re so in love with spring bulbs that you want them in your garden beds and in pots on either side of your front door! Is there a way to achieve…Read More
Flower bulbs are like Jello, there is always room for more! Yes, you can always find places to tuck away a new grouping of spring-blooming tulips or daffodils. It’s part of the fun of gardening; experimenting with new flowers. You never know when you will plant your new favorite! A few years ago I discovered my favorite tulip is El…Read More
Storing bulbs over winter, can it be done? The short answer is yes, you can store bulbs over winter! The long answer is it depends on what kind of bulbs you would like to store over winter and for what reason. We’ll get into additional details on why you would store bulbs over winter. Which bulbs are best to store…Read More
Daffodils are some of the most recognizable spring flowers. They signify that spring has arrived and help usher in a new season of growth and change. Gardeners adore daffodils for their ease of growth, resistance to common pests, and colorful blooms. Standard yellow or white daffodils or even a mix of daffodils are the most common types seen growing in…Read More
You can never go wrong with the classics. Whether it is a classic song, a classic car, or the classic look of jeans and a nice white tee shirt. It’s no different when it comes to gardening, sometimes the classics are just right. They fit the need for a consistent and trustworthy garden aesthetic. In addition to how they look…Read More
Is there ever a time that it is too late to plant spring-blooming bulbs? Can flower bulbs be planted in early winter for spring blooms? Do flower bulbs need to establish roots before the ground freezes for winter? Can flower bulbs be planted after the first frost? These are common planting questions that many ask as we get later into…Read More
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