There are many bulbs that can be planted in the spring for summer and fall blooms. Here are some options from various sources:
From Better Homes & Gardens:
- Reticulated Iris
- Tulips
- Daffodil
- Striped Squill
- Crocus
From Bob Vila:
- Gladiola (Gladiolus)
- Dahlia
- Freesia
- Lily (Lilium)
- Canna
From HGTV:
- Anemones
- Begonias
- Caladiums
- Calla Lilies
- Canna Lilies
- Crocosmias
- Dahlias
- Elephant Ears
- Gladiolus
- Hostas
- Iris
- Liatris
- Lilies
- Peonies
- Ranunculus
- Salvias
- Scabiosas
- Tigridias
- Tuberous Begonias
From The Old Farmers Almanac:
- Allium
- Begonia
- Dahlia
- Gladiolus
- Iris
- Lily
From Good Housekeeping:
- Dahlias
- Lilies
- Eucomis
- Crocosmia
- Begonia
- Peony
- Agapanthus
- Gladiolus
- Nerine
- Canna
- Zantedeschia
- Freesias
- Alliums
- Polianthes
From Smart Pot:
- Chinese ground orchids (Bletilla)
- Crocosmia
- Daylilies
- Liatris
- Oriental lilies
When planting bulbs, its important to consider the climate and hardiness zone of the area. Some bulbs may not survive the winter in certain regions. Its also important to plant bulbs at the right depth and in well-drained soil amended with compost or other organic matter.