I know it’s starting to get a little gray and gloomy out there, so it seems odd to be thinking color right now. But even though planting might be the last thing on your mind, tulip bulbs shouldn’t be. I’m talking all about fall bulb planting in my latest eHow article: Plant Tulip Bulbs Now for Fall Color.
When my daughter was 3 years old, we made a our first trip to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in La Conner, Wash. That trip really opened a whole new world to me. I had no clue there were so many tulip varieties available, and ever since that trip, I’ve tried to plant a few new varieties each spring.
My all time favorite tulip variety is the Parrot Tulip. Their frayed edges make me swoon and every fall when I pass by the big tulip displays at the store, I just have to grab a few bulbs to add to my collection.
Read the full article HERE.
Marie says
Suggestions for keeping squirrels away over the winter?
Randi says
Sprinkle used coffee grounds over and around where you plant bulbs. Throws the squirrels off. I also out down chicken wire or even the mesh bags that satsumas come in, critters don’t like the texture of the mesh.
Em says
When I see tulips blooming, I always tell myself I’ll be prepared next year, but then never know what to do. Thank you for helping me!!
Delores Lyon says
Thanks for sharing this. I have been looking for a way to get my garden looking nicer. I had no idea that bulbs could be used to plant as well. Next time I go to the flower mart, I’ll be sure to buy some and hopefully have a garden by the time summer rolls around!