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Guide to Flower Bulbs

Guide to Flower Bulbs

Here, you'll find clear, easy-to-understand info about planting bulbs in your area.  If you have further questions, we will be happy to help you by phone. Simply call Customer Service at (877) 309-7333, ext. 10

About Planting Bulbs in Spring     About Planting Bulbs in Fall

 
About Planting Bulbs in Spring:
 
Flower Bulbs
Spring-Planted Bulbs Guide  Click here for a really useful planting depth chart for all types of spring-planted flower bulbs, plus a region map with recommended planting times.
Spring Bulbs
Storing Your Bulbs Before Planting in Spring  If your spring bulbs arrive when it's still too cold or too early to plant, here's what to do. Simple, clear information for the proper storing of your spring bulbs including the optimal storing temperatures for various types.
Dahlia
Growing Dahlias. It's easy.  Witness the creation of a big dahlia garden--from digging the holes to full bloom. Warning: It's all so beautiful and easy, you'll be addicted. If you're not already a dahlia gardener, you will be after reading this. List of dahlia types at bottom.
All About Iris
All About Iris  A quick guide to growing all the Irises: The big Bearded Irises you plant in late summer, the bulb Iris you plant in fall, and Siberian, Japanese and Louisianas you plant in spring. They're all great, all easy to grow.
Wild Lilies
Planting "Wild" Lilies  We love wildflowers so our spring lily selections include many hard-to-find "Species Lilies". They're the wild ones...the beautiful, original wildflowers that are the parents of all our flashy lily hybrids. Hailing from all over the world from California to China, these rare bulbs are not hard to grow & make fascinating, hardy specimens.
Best Bulbs for Wildflower Gardeners
Best Bulbs for Wildflower Gardeners  Here's how to expand your bloom season by up to two months using easy-to-grow, perennial bulbs. They're always available, and require absolutely no care. Be sure your wildflower garden includes the "other wildflowers"--wild tulips, wild daffodils, and wild lilies.
Biltmore Estate Flower Bulbs
Our exclusive Biltmore Estate Bulbs For Spring  Read all about the famous Biltmore Estate in North Carolina, "America's Largest Home," and the outstanding dahlias, lilies and other spring bulbs the gardeners there have chosen. These bulbs are the highlights of Biltmore's spectacular spring gardens, and can now grace your home's gardens too.
What's New
What's New  This year's Advance Sale of Spring Bulbs and Perennials includes a bigger-than-ever selection with all kinds of new dahlias, gladiolus, plus incredible new perennials. We've also added Vegetable Seeds for the first time. Enjoy them all.
About Planting Bulbs in Fall:
 
Fall Bulbs
How to Plant Flower Bulbs  The basic information on bulb planting, and some landscaping suggestions. With bulbs, you can landscape your yard like a pro.
Fall Bulb FAQ's
Fall Bulb FAQ's  Q and A that covers most people’s needs when planting spring-flowering bulbs in the fall.
Flower Bulbs
What bulbs grow in my region? (US Map)  Visit our U.S. map showing all regions. Just click on your area, and you'll go to detailed fall planting information.
Best Bulbs for Wildflower Gardeners
Best Bulbs for Wildflower Gardeners  Here's how to expand your bloom season by up to two months using easy-to-grow, perennial bulbs. They're always available, and require absolutely no care. Be sure your wildflower garden includes the "other wildflowers"--wild tulips, wild daffodils, and wild lilies.
All About Iris
All About Iris  A quick guide to growing all the Irises: The big Bearded Irises you plant in late summer, the bulb Iris you plant in fall, and Siberian, Japanese and Louisianas you plant in spring. They're all great, all easy to grow.
Flower Bulbs
Late Fall and Winter Planting Times  We hear the question all the time: "What's the best time to plant wildflower seeds in fall, in my area?" This article answers the question and more. It also relates wildflower planting to fall bulb planting time--sometimes doing both at once can save a lot of work.
Flower Bulbs
History of Daffodils and Tulips  An article by our founder explaining how hundreds of years of Dutch hybridizing have created a worldwide industry from some of the most beautiful and legendary wildflowers in the world. Read all about "Tulipomania." And learn all about Narcissus and his complex.
Flower Bulbs
Encourage Your Tulips To Come Back  This section covers the important subject of how to "perennialize" your tulip plantings. Some groups, like species tulips and the Darwin Hybrids, are called "perennial tulips." Read all about it.
Flower Bulbs
Our Exclusive Biltmore Estate Bulbs For Fall  Read all about the famous Biltmore Estate in North Carolina, "America's Largest Home," and the outstanding daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths the expert gardeners there have chosen. These bulbs are the highlights of Biltmore's spectacular spring gardens, and can now grace your home's gardens too.
Flower Bulbs
Amaryllis Growing Instructions  Complete instructions for growing amaryllis, indoors in most of the country, or outdoors in warm zones.
Flower Bulbs
Paperwhite Narcissus Growing Instructions  Complete instructions for growing Paperwhite Narcissus, the favorite fragrant daffodil for indoor bloom during the winter.
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