what bulbs to plant now

what bulbs to plant now

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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.

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