We all have our weaknesses, and one of mine is for those bicolor tulips that have a rim of one color and central color of another. while solid colors make a strong statement in the landscape view, the striking look of two colors suits me best. Three Examples One way I like to see these […]
Spring Bulbs
How to Plant Dutch Bulbs for Fabulous Spring Flowers
Start Spring with a Big Pop of Color Though the usual sequence is to plant the bulbs in the fall for bloom in the spring, some growers cheat the system by chilling those sold for spring bloom. This is necessary for Southern gardens which don’t get the required cold temperatures. Presented here are some […]
Low Maintenance Spring Bulb Garden, Nothing Easier
Americans, especially Generation X, don’t want to be bothered with lots of gardening chores. Why would flowering bulbs appeal to people who want an easy, low maintenance garden? Find out. Your Home’s Style And Type of Garden Brightened With Bulbs Whether your home is formal or informal, there are plant pictures made with flower bulbs […]
Growing Indoor Flowers In December
Today I was reading Teresa Byington’s Garden Diary blog, and her post on Amaryllis bulbs. She brought back memories of the winter windowsill plantings through the years, including some Amaryllis. As she mentions, this is really easy gardening and most people have great success with the kits that are offered. Amaryllis is one of […]
Sweet Scents Of Spring Arrive With The Lily Of The Valley
A Nosegay of Lily of the Valley One of the joys of this time of year is the scent of the beds of Lily of the valley, Convallaria majalis. The fragrance is embedded in my memory from early years. These small, milky white bells arrayed long the delicate stem give out a slightly musky perfume […]
What Is The Big Deal About Bulbs In The Garden?
Fat Healthy Tulip Bulbs by ilonagarden Why have I written numerous articles, as well as written primers on the how-to of fall planted, spring-blooming bulbs in the garden? And why not concentrate on something else, like leaf raking or making compost? Besides one being fascinating and the other mundane? More than a few reasons for […]
