Fall's Forgotten Bulbs; It's Not Too Late to Sneak Them Into the Ground

The Washington Post;  February 11, 1993 ;     689 words ......discovered the bag of spring-flowering bulbs you bought on impulse last September then...careless as to forget the maxim: To have bulbs bloom in the spring you must get them into...the ground at this late, late date, the bulbs of winter aconites, crocuses, daffodils...

Plant in right spot to get most from your bulbs

Chicago Sun-Times;  October 3, 2004 ;     403 words ...Bulbs prefer a site that receives moisture in spring but remains dry in summer while they are dormant. They will rot in excessively wet soil, so keep this in mind when adding bulbs to your home garden. Hardy bulbs deserve more use in Midwest gardens. They add versatility in color, flower form and fragrance. ...

The early bird gardener gets pick of the best bulbs for the backyard

Chicago Sun-Times;  March 29, 1998 ;     373 words ......neighbors' yards are abloom with flowering bulbs, we all wish we had done more. But it...the neighborhood, make a list of the bulbs you would love to see in your yard. Consider stretching bloom time with bulbs that bloom early, mid-season and late...

'Forcing' Turns On Bulbs' Color in Winter

Albuquerque Journal;  October 7, 2006 ;     585 words ......mentioned "forcing" in reference to spring bulbs. What is "forcing?" A. "Forcing" a bulb or...winter months. The cool thing is that forcing bulbs is easy and inexpensive. The only real expense is the bulbs themselves. Start your new experience by...

Gardening: Plant bulbs now for spring blooms.(Features)

The News Letter (Belfast, Northern Ireland);  October 14, 2000 ;     615 words ......haven't bought and planted your spring bulbs yet, don't wait any longer - because the...effect you want. Many people love to see bulbs emerging through lawns in spring - and...backdrop, as do golden winter aconites. Other bulbs which love moist and shady conditions include...

Plant bulbs correctly and watch them grow.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)

Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service;  October 3, 2002 ;     513 words ...Q. Is now the time to plant bulbs? How deep should they go, and should...indeed, time to plant spring-blooming bulbs, in spite of the hot weather. If you...beds and plant the right selection of bulbs at the correct depth, you can enjoy a...

IF SPRING BULBS FAILED, FIND WHAT CAUSED THE PROBLEM.(HOME)

The Virginian Pilot;  June 1, 1997 ;     460 words ...Byline: ROBERT STIFFLER IF YOUR BULBS failed this sping, now is the time of year to figure out why. Few plants are more dependable than Dutch bulbs, but failures do occur. The most reliable bulbs are daffodils. They're poisonous to squirrels, raccoons...

Healthy bulbs, planted properly, will improve your garden in spring

Chicago Sun-Times;  October 6, 2002 ;     478 words ...Hardy bulbs deserve more use in Midwest gardens. They add versatility...fragrance and flower form. With careful planning, these bulbs will flower from early spring through autumn. HEALTHY BULBS. Make sure bulbs are plump and firm, not dried and shriveled...

Plant bulbs now for better flowers later

Telegraph - Herald (Dubuque);  October 14, 2007 ;     338 words ...All bulbs are not created equal. The better the bulb...get next spring. No matter what kinds of bulbs you are buying, first check their health...The second thing to look for when buying bulbs is size. We gardeners are usually after the...

LOOK FOR FIRM, MOLD-FREE TULIP BULBS

Rocky Mountain News;  October 26, 2002 ;     280 words ...Question: How do I select tulip bulbs? Answer: This is a great time to choose bulbs that bloom next spring. The earlier bulbs are purchased, the better the selection will be. Select only those bulbs that are large and free of mold or mechanical...

Bulbs in fall yield beauty in spring.(Arts and Lifestyle)

The Boston Herald;  September 30, 2001 ;     477 words ...Bulbs are miraculous, almost foolproof additions to the garden...as they are, some gardeners don't get the best from their bulbs. If you're one of them, check this list before planting. - BUYING: Always choose top-sized bulbs. They're more expensive, but worth every penny. The biggest...

Bulbs in Containers; Bringing Spring to the Patio and Balcony

The Washington Post;  November 7, 1996 ;     700+ words ...Cultivating spring-flowering bulbs in containers outdoors is a splendid...balconies or have small, shady patios, bulbs in pots will bring all the gaiety and...every square inch of bed in the yard. And bulbs in containers have another advantage...

Putting bulbs to bed

Jerusalem Post;  October 31, 2003 ;     555 words ......Jerusalem Post 10-31-2003 Headline: Putting bulbs to bed Byline: HARRY KLEINFELD Edition...Features Page: 45 Friday, October 31, 2003 -- Bulbs are beautiful, exotic, colorful, and often...be happily hooked for years. Plant many bulbs together and you will have a dramatic yield...

Choose bulbs carefully for fall planting

Chicago Sun-Times;  September 19, 1999 ;     364 words ...Hardy bulbs deserve more use in Midwest gardens. They add versatility...flower form and fragrance. With careful planning, these bulbs will flower from early spring through autumn. Bulbs should be planted promptly in fall when purchased. Make...

NOW IS THE TIME TO PLANT BULBS.(HOME LIFE)

The News & Record (Piedmont Triad, NC);  October 23, 1999 ;     550 words ......brighten your landscape next spring, consider planting bulbs now. Bulbs such as tulips, hyacinths and daffodils, which bloom...in late October or November. If you've never planted bulbs before, I'd suggest daffodils. They are among the most...