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
Shhh! Don’t say it. You know, the F word! No, not that F word, the gardening F word: FROST! There aren’t many other words that a gardener hears that invoke such panic. In the spring, when the F word is mentioned, you may see neighbors frantically covering their tender annuals with sheets. During the fall gardening season, frost takes on…Read More
Believe it or not, August has arrived. And as true as it is several weeks of summer remain. However, some gardener’s thoughts have started turning in more of a fall direction. I could hardly believe it when I realized Holland Bulb Farms would be getting their bearded iris inventory within the next week. Being the first of the fall bulbs…Read More
Gardening has no rules. Experimenting and learning through trial and error is common practice among garden enthusiasts. But gardening does have guidelines and suggestions for what will produce the best result. When transplanting spring bulbs follow these guidelines below to learn when the best time to transplant spring blooming bulbs is. Transplanting Spring Blooming Bulbs Reasons to Transplant Spring Blooming…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
Impress your friends at the next gathering with ten tulip facts that are sure to impress. Will your friends and family be expecting this information from you? Probably not. Will it make their day better? Absolutely! Learning these fun tulip facts will even make your spring display of tulips better planned out and more vibrant! Ten Tulip Facts Tulips were…Read More
Plant once and enjoy blooms for years. That is the goal of many gardeners. Busy lives and budgetary concerns make planting perennial bulbs appealing. You can plant hundreds of bulbs this fall and reap the rewards for years; it will be worth the time and effort to do so. If planting every season seems like a daunting task seeking out…Read More
The best thing about fall flower bulb planting is how easy they are to grow. Planting bulbs in the fall has other benefits, like cooler temperatures and fewer bugs to contend with. But, the ease of growing these bulbs is why you should plant bulbs this fall. For new gardeners, there are a few main principles and guidelines that will…Read More
Fall is an essential time in the world of peonies. Spring is when they put on their show of large and fragrant blooms. The actions taken in the fall can greatly impact the health and success of peonies in the spring. Whether you are planting bare-root peonies in the fall or caring for established plants how you plant and care…Read More
The plant world is always developing new and exciting cultivars and hybrids of plants. It is hard for me to keep up on all of the new developments in the plant world. When I do learn about a new group or type of plant it is very exciting. I will admit I was not up to date on the newest…Read More
If you need any help with gardening or if you have plant-related questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Jenny San Filippo. She can provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed with your next project!
If you’re looking to run a fundraiser in the fall, spring or during the holiday season, Flower Power Fundraising is an excellent option! Sell a wide assortment of bulbs and earn 50% profit on all of your sales! It’s fun and easy!