Creating a Bulb Garden can be fun and rewarding. There are many types and variety of bulb flower plants.  There is literally a “bulb” for all seasons.  There storage and planting are critical to the success of any bulb garden.

General Bulb Planting Information
As a general rule the larger the bulb the larger the flower-to-be will be.

Please select bulbs for your area or zone.  For the Spring be sure to plant the bulbs from September to December of each year.

Storage of your Bulbs is crucial.  Be sure to store them in a cool, dry place.  When you are ready to plant take them out, inspect them, and if in good condition begin the planting process.

Bulbs are Hearty
Generally the Bulbs are hearty and grow in most soils.  However, like most plants your garden site must have a good drainage feature. 

Bulbs can be planted in between objects such as rocks in rock gardens; in and around trees in the wooded sites, or in rows or beds.You can use the Bulbs as a ground cover if you have prepared the soil property.  You can also place them near or under any of your tress and shrubbery as long as you have made beds for them.

Sun or Shady Sites Will Do 
Like most plants, bulbs will do well in direct sun light.  Likewise, there are some varieties of bulbs that like the shade and do better in cooler and shadier areas.  Be sure to read the material that comes with your bulb variety to be sure that you are optimizing the success of your garden by planting them in the appropriate locations. 

Bedding, Soil Preparation and Planting Advice 
Be sure to add organic materials to your soil before planting.

Remember the general Bulb Rules of Planting which are:  

  1. Measure the diameter of your Bulbs and then plant them two and a half times as deep as the diameter. There are a few exceptions to this rule that apply to the amaryllis and crinum bulbs. Amaryllis should be planted about one-third above the ground. The crinums should to be planted two times the width of the bulb.
  2. Remember to water your bulbs after planting them.
  3. Plant your bulbs in groupings of three, five or seven.  You can also plant them en mass for a natural field like look if you want.
  4. Try to add many colors for variety and do not line them all in one row.  Try to create a natural random look for best results.
  5. Finally be sure to cover and use mulch to prevent frost related problems of heaving.
  6. Use a good fertilizer at the time of your planting and again in Spring when the bulbs begin to bloom.

Trimming the Bulbs
When your Bulbs have finished blooming and have begun to fade, and when the foliage has a naturally dead look this is the time when you can scissor off the bulb heads but be sure to keep the leaves and stems alone. They are in the process of dying and this is important period when your bulbs are making the food they will to produce new flowers for the next year.

Fall and Spring Bulb Recommendations:
The Daffodils (also know as the Narcissus) are a favorite of many bulb gardeners. Also the large Darwin type hybrid tulips along with the botanical tulips are other favorites. Be sure to check with your local nursery supply person for other bulbs that have long lives.

Vary Bulbs As Color and Location In Your Garden
Remember to be creative when planting your Bulbs. Go a little crazy and experiment. Plant bold colors.  Spread the Bulbs around your house and garden. After a while your neighbors will be impressed with the beauty of your landscape and may ask you for gardening advice.

Bulbs For All Occasions
Bulbs can also be beautifully arranged in flower pots, flower boxes and most other pots and containers of all sizes. Blooming bulbs make wonderful gifts and presents and are especially welcome when you make it known that you grew them. Remember, diamonds may be forever but bulbs are not!

Bulbs can also be beautifully arranged in flower pots, flower boxes and most other pots and containers of all sizes. Blooming bulbs make wonderful gifts and presents and are especially welcome when you make it known that you grew them. Remember, diamonds may be forever but bulbs are not!Be sure to check with your local nursery supply person for other bulbs that have long lives.

Remember, diamonds may be forever but bulbs are not!