Planting bulbs in fall is easy, but the timing can be challenging in the South. Blazing hot autumns and short winters often result in a less-than-spectacular display of spring flowers. Knowing the ...

In warmer climates in Zones 8-10, bulbs may need to be planted a bit later, around January, or they can be pre-chilled before ...

Flowering bulbs can be planted in fall or spring, depending on the variety. Bulbs planted in fall need to develop their roots before the first frost and need a freezing period to bloom. Bulbs planted ...

Fall might seem like a time to wind down in the garden, but tackling a few tasks now can make spring much easier.

Question: Could you give me some suggestions for planting fall bulbs so they have their best impact in the landscape? Answer: There are many ways to use bulbs effectively in the landscape. To begin ...

Summer is slowly fading away, and it’s time to plan for the fall gardening season. Temperatures will eventually start dropping as we get into September, but the ground will stay warm for a few more ...

As we enter the fall season, gardeners consider planting selected bulbs for enjoyment as they bloom in the spring. This column opens with a brief overview of bulbs in the garden and focuses on ...

Fertilize tulips when planting in the fall by adding a handful of compost and about a tablespoon of bonemeal to the hole. After the bulbs sprout in spring, feed them again with bone meal and compost ...

For some of us, planting time is long past − but not for me. I am always busy in the fall, planting everything I can. It is almost time to plant garlic, which is my easiest crop of all. And I’ll soon ...

Garlic bulbs are very easy to grow in your garden, you just need to follow a few simple rules, and timings and temperatures ...