Article: Catalogs best bet for spring bulb buying.(LIVING)

Byline: Paul Rogers

COLUMN: ROOTS OF WISDOM

Gardeners work by the day but plan by the season. While there are many days and numerous projects to occupy our hands for what we hope will be an extended autumn season, it is next spring that should currently receive a portion of our attention. Why do we need to project ourselves two seasons ahead?

If we would have our grounds awash in a rainbow of early color that promises an exciting new gardening year, we must order bags and boxes of spring bulbs now. Look to the bulb catalogs for inspiration and education. Focus, if you will, on the big three - tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths - but also look ...

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