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Chrysantha Species Tulip
"The Tulip 'Chrysantha', 'Tulipa species', a fall planted bulb, produce red and yellow flowers on short stems. The Species Tulips are rarely planted i... more |
Claudia Lily Flowering Tulip
"The Tulip 'Claudia', 'Tulipa lily flowering', a fall planted bulb, produces stunning purple and white flowers. This variety is absolutely astonishing... more |
Couleur Cardinal Triumph Tulip
"The Tulip 'Couleur Cardinal', 'Tulipa triumph', a fall planted bulb, produce striking red flowers. This heirloom variety is very popular due to it's ... more |
CrŠme Upstar Double Late Tulip
"The Tulip 'Creme Upstar', 'Tulipa double late', a fall planted bulb, is a favorite for many gardeners. The soft peach and yellow double flowers, with... more |
Daydream Darwin Hybrid Tulip
"The Tulip 'Daydream', 'Tulipa darwin hybrid', is a fall planted bulb. Changing in color throughout the duration of its bloom, this magical flower is ... more |
Design Impression Darwin Hybrid Tulip
"The Tulip 'Design Impression', 'Tulipa darwin hybrid', a fall planted bulb, is one of the most well-known tulips around the world! This tulip has it ... more |
Diana Single Early Tulip
"The Tulip 'Diana', 'Tulipa single early', a fall planted bulb, produces a white colored flower. The word single implies that cultivars in this class ... more |
Don Quichotte Triumph Tulip
"The Tulip 'Don Quichotte', 'Tulipa triumph', a fall planted bulb, produce striking pink flowers. Don Quichotte has one of the best vibrant pink flowe... more |
Double Red Riding Hood Greiggii Tulip
"The Tulip 'Double Red Ridinghood', 'Tulipa Greigii', a fall planted bulb, produces plump red flowers with vivid scarlet-red inner petals framing a bl... more |
Dreaming Maid Triumph Tulip
"The Tulip 'Dreaming Maid', 'Tulipa triumph', a fall planted bulb, produce gorgeous pink and white two toned flowers. Triumph Tulips are the largest a... more |
Easter Mixed Colors Triumph Tulip
"The Tulip 'Easter Mixed Colors', 'Tulipa triumph', a fall planted bulb, produces an excellent assortment of pastel easter colored flowers. Triumph Tu... more |
El Nino Single Late Tulip
"The Tulip 'El Nino', 'Tulipa single late', a fall planted bulb, produces large and vibrant yellow, red, and orange flowers on tall stems. Single Late... more |
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Flower Bulbs: Nature's Greatest Gift by Seth Miller
Flowers are one of nature's greatest gifts. Their scent, their colors, their shapes… everything about flowers is beautiful. A colorful, cheerful flower can brighten even the darkest day. Even more enjoyable than looking at flowers, though, is growing them. Flowers can be bought from pots and replanted. They can also be grown from clippings. However, one of the most popular ways of growing flowers is from bulbs and seeds.
Growing flowers outdoors from bulbs is simple; in fact, it is so easy that it's almost foolproof. One of the most important aspects is timing. Bulbs need to be planted about six weeks before the first frost. Bulbs must be planted in an area with good drainage and a lot of sun. Make sure the soil is loose, and then plant the bulbs about six inches in the ground. (Package directions may vary depending on type and location; when directions differ, following your package.) Try to place the bulb in the hole with the pointed end facing up. Cover the hole and water. Voila! You've planted your flower bulbs.
With container gardens, even apartment dwellers can enjoy the beauty of flowers. Container-grown flower bulbs and seeds also allow growers to defy nature. Flower bulbs can be planted indoors in any season and in any climate, as long as the indoor conditions are favorable for growth.
Flower bulbs are available in many varieties, such as tulips, daffodils, gladiolus, and crocus.
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Fall Garden Chores for Spring Flower-ing Bulbs
Wait until soil temperatures are below 60 F (16 C) before planting. If you purchase your bulbs before the cold season sets in you may keep them in your refrigerator until the soil has cooled sufficiently. The fall planting ensures the bulbs will have adequate opportunity to develop a strong root system before they come up in the spring and early summer to greet you.
When you are ready to plant your bulbs, follow the directions carefully for the depth and spacing requirements and be certain to loosen the soil beneath the depth of planting. The easiest fertilization method for your spring bulbs is a single application of a sulfur-coated, slow-release fertilizer incorporated into the bottom of your bulb hole at planting time. After having placed the bulbs in their new home, begin to cover them with the soil you removed to dig the hole. When you have covered the bulbs halfway give them a thorough soaking before covering them with the remaining soil.
With such wonderful options as corn lily, grape hyacinth and tulips your work will be rewarded in the spring with the finest of gardening pleasures. The joy can possibly only be compared to the sound of the school busses rumbling down the road.
Flower bulbs and seeds make flower gardens accessible for everyone. They can be grown virtually anywhere.
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