Fall is here and it’s a great time to plant spring flowering bulbs! Tulips, Daffodils, and Hyacinth are always favorites and for obvious reasons! However, there are some beautiful bulbs available that are easy to find yet rarely used.
Fritillaria – a tropical looking bulb that can get about 2’-3’ tall and the flowers hang down with spiky green on top reminiscent of Dr. Seuss!
Tulip Varieties – opening a bulb magazine, you can find pages upon pages of tulip varieties. From feathered flower petals to red striped leaves you can find it all.
Allium – From the onion family, this bulb is very deer resistant. Alliums send up a ball of color on a tall stem. The largest variety (globemaster) can reach 4’ tall and the flower ball is 10” diameter. This makes quite a statement! After the flowers fade, spray paint the flower heads for a couple more months of color!
When choosing bulbs, be sure to choose the right bulb for the spot. If you have deer or rabbits, look for deer-resistant bulbs. Otherwise they will have a nice feast come spring! When planting the bulbs take note of the planting depth and bulb position. A sprinkle of bulb booster always promises a nice spring show. If the bulbs are particularly tender, extra bark over the bulbs will protect them in winter.
