Step into the wonderful and whimsical world of allium bulbs. But, don’t let the alliums bloom alone! They need companions to put on the best show in the garden. Shrubs and perennials work as companion plants for allium bulbs. However, some of the best companion plants for allium bulbs are other fall-planted bulbs and perennials. They can all be tucked…Read More

Fall is an essential time in the world of peonies. Spring is when they put on their show of large and fragrant blooms. The actions taken in the fall can greatly impact the health and success of peonies in the spring. Whether you are planting bare-root peonies in the fall or caring for established plants how you plant and care…Read More

Timing is everything. Combine timing and planning and you are more likely to be successful in your endeavors. When it comes to planting bulbs in the fall planning and timing matter. Plan by purchasing your bulbs in spring or summer when the prices are the best + the availability is close to 100%. Flower bulb retailers like Holland Bulb Farms…Read More

If you are brand new to gardening with flower bulbs you have come to the right place. When shopping online for flower bulbs and bare-root perennials size information can be confusing or vague at first. However, by learning what different flower bulb sizes mean, why some bulb sizes look different than others, and the importance of bulb size you will…Read More

If you’re like me you spend a lot of time in your backyard in summer. When I am not working or out hiking the trails with my dogs, you are likely to find me chilling in the shade in my backyard. Finding ways to jazz up your shady backyard isn’t always as easy as it is with fully sunny yards.…Read More

Deciding on how many flower bulbs to plant is an important first step of planning a flower bulb garden. Making sure you have the right amount for the space you are planning in helps ensure you get the right look! Generally, having too many bulbs isn’t a big problem. You can always gift the extras to friends and neighbors. However,…Read More

We’re only in mid-summer and you’re already thinking about fall! Fall is a popular season for the crisp air, pumpkin picking, football watching, bonfire having, and hoodie-wearing season it is. Some people just can’t wait for the arrival of fall. But, let’s not get ahead of ourselves, we have to enjoy the rest of summer first! This doesn’t mean we…Read More

Summer blooming bulbs provide a colorful and exotic feel to the garden. Popular summer blooming bulbs like dahlias provide blooms for quite a while. Gladiolus and calla lilies are some of the best cut flowers in summer. Summer standouts like canna lilies and elephant ears bring a feel of the tropics to any garden. Shade tolerant summer bulbs like begonias…Read More

Perennial plants are increasing in demand. Gardeners enjoy planting perennials in their gardens because of their long life cycles. Most perennial plants live at least 3 years, with many perennials living for decades. The increase in people planting perennials means people are planting them in different ways. Planting bare root perennials is an increasingly popular way to add these garden…Read More

Daylilies are one of the most beloved perennials. They tolerate difficult growing conditions and are considered one of the easiest perennials to grow. Not only are they easy to grow, they bloom in a variety of colors. The possibilities are nearly endless when it comes to daylily bloom color choices. According to the American Hemerocallis Society, there are over 60,000…Read More

Hyacinth bulbs bloom in mid-spring with fragrant clusters of flowers. They are popular for growing in the garden as well as indoor forcing. Hyacinth blooms have a rather intoxicating fragrance that is hard to miss. Blooming in a variety of colors these spring favorites fit well in clusters as well as the front of the border. For fragrant blooms that…Read More

Plants that return for several years are highly sought after since they require less work long term. Hardy perennials are increasing in popularity. Gardeners know they can plant perennial plants this year and enjoy flowers for years and even decades. When it comes to planting bulbs it’s no different. Planting bulbs that are perennial means you may only have to…Read More

Tulips are some of the most recognizable flowers in the world! In the 1600s they took the world by storm and caused the first major economic bubble in the Netherlands, known as Tulip Mania. While the initial hype over tulips caused prices to skyrocket. In the current day and age tulip bulbs are affordable to all home gardeners. The best…Read More

Life is full of ebbs and flows; gardens often mimic the ebbs and flows of human life. A complete garden has a flow to it. Some of the flow comes from different textures and heights in the garden. A big impact on the flow in your garden comes from a continuous sequence of color from an assortment of flowers. When…Read More

Just like humans need companions to thrive, plants also need companions to thrive. Planting all of the same types of bush, tree or flower is no fun. Planting a limited selection of plants can also lead to problems if a disease or pest comes and wipes out that entire species. Therefore, when it comes to garden planning be sure to…Read More

Have you missed out on spring blooms in the past? Are you unsure of when to plant flower bulbs for spring blooms? If you answered yes to either of these questions you may be new to planting flower bulbs in fall. To ensure your spring garden is full of color, fragrance, and texture you will want to be sure you…Read More

Bearded Iris in all the Colors of the Rainbow! I have always had a love-hate relationship with bearded iris. As I get older I enjoy the array of colors bearded iris offer in late spring more and more. Growing up there was always a random grouping of bearded iris planted near the peonies at my parents’ house. I believe the…Read More

Are they aliens or flowers? One could say a little of both. Growing allium in your garden will seem like you have flowers from a different world. The purple ball-shaped blooms of Allium giganteum are the most recognizable allium. They are, however, not the only allium in town. Alliums are standout flowers that provide blooms late in spring. Add allium…Read More

Gardening is all fun and games until the critters come to play. Slugs chew holes in your hosta leaves. The squirrels dig up your crocus. Those once “adorable” bunnies chomp your tulips. Alvin and his chipmunk friends go full lumberjack on your lilies that are just about to bloom. All your hard work only to be ruined by these common…Read More

Aromatherapy in your backyard with sweetly scented flowers. Open the windows and enjoy the sweet scents coming in from the outdoors. Adding fragrant flowers to your garden spaces brings joy to the senses. Colorful flower patterns and features appeal to the eye, while fragrant blooms appeal to the nose.  To create a sensational garden of sites and scents read about…Read More

You want to have a garden party? But you have no plants in your garden to party with, sad face. That is quite the dilemma you are facing. However, there is a simple solution: plant some perennials and bulbs in your garden. While this may seem like an easy task for some. Serious gardeners love to add plants to their…Read More

Before we can answer the question of when is the best time to plant summer blooming bulbs? We must determine what summer-blooming bulbs are! Online retailers like Holland Bulb Farms and Tulip World sell a variety of bulbs, perennials, fruit, and vegetable plants for planting in spring. Typically out of their assortment we consider summer-blooming bulbs to be bulbs that…Read More

He was so enamored by his handsome reflection in a pool of water that the gods punished him by turning him into a flower. Who was this boy? And what flower did they turn him into? The boy’s name was Narcissus. The flower the gods turned him into was the daffodil, which has the Latin name of Narcissus. This Greek…Read More