Flower bulbs: plant now & enjoy later

Did you know that just an hour of gardening in the fall will deliver months of colorful spring blooms? Hear the leaves crunch under your feet, feel the cool fall breeze on your cheeks, and imagine your garden or balcony coming alive with the first flowers of spring. All you have to do is start planting bulbs now. Invite family, friends, or neighbors to a cozy day of planting and then celebrate with a cup of hot chocolate and a crackling fire. Enjoy the anticipation of springtime blooms!

Make a fun day out of it

Grab your spade, put on your boots, and get to work together. Hand out the bulbs, choose the best spots in the garden, and plant a mix of colors for an extra-long flowering season. And when the job is done, light the garden brazier, give everyone a hot drink, and enjoy the rest of the day together.

Why plant flower bulbs in the fall?

When planting the bulbs, the flower is already ready inside the bulb and just needs to develop over the cold winter days. As the temperatures rise during the spring, the bulb awakens and starts growing and flowering. It’s a miracle of nature!

Spring garden with flower bulbs

Flower bulbs will make your garden, balcony, or terrace come alive in the spring. Choose cheerful daffodils, colorful tulips, and fragrant hyacinths. Other good options include alliums, grape hyacinths, and crocuses, which provide a floral celebration from early to late in the season. Whether you prefer soft pastels or bright colors, there is always a bulb to suit you.

How to plant flower bulbs in 4 easy steps:

  1. Choose a nice sunny spot in the garden or plant the bulbs in pots for the balcony.
  2. Plant them at a depth of about two to three times their height.
  3. Combine various types of bulbs to enjoy flowers throughout the season.
  4. Water them after planting and let nature do its thing!

Author: Simone Visser

Simone Visser has been the go-to blogger for everything related to flower bulbs, perennials and roses for many years. Born and raised in the heart of the Dutch Flower Region, she brings a deep-rooted passion for bulbs and blooms to her writing. Her stories are rich with local insight, personal experience, and a love for the land she grew up in. Whether educating children through projects like Bulbs4Kids or sharing seasonal inspiration, Simone captures the magic of bulbs in every post.

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