It’s a leap of faith. You bury a small, non-descript fibrous mass, not always knowing which end is up. Some bulbs you plant in fall; others you plant in spring and dig up in fall, knowing that winter will turn them to mush. You may well mark where they’re buried, then forget about them. But one day you see signs of growth, and you’re pleased with yourself because you made the … [Read more...] about 25 recommendations for favourite bulbs
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Where and when to plant spring bulbs
Spring is not the time to plant spring-blooming bulbs, such as hyacinths, daffodils and tulips, but it is the best time to plan where you’ll plant these bulbs a few months later, in the fall. I confess that I don’t enjoy planting bulbs, despite the promise of a more beautiful spring the following year. Usually, I’m in denial that another garden season is ending, and put off … [Read more...] about Where and when to plant spring bulbs
An allium experiment
The article on ornamental alliums in the fall issue of Garden Making (written by my colleague, Stephen Westcott-Gratton) reminds me to add these beautiful onions to my list of bulbs to be purchased. There can never be too many lovely purple globes dancing in my garden, and I enjoy the allium festival from May through early June. Years ago I planted several dozen ‘Purple … [Read more...] about An allium experiment
