It's high time to pop those spring bulbs in the ground, before the soil turns to glop and while the bulbs still can put down roots before winter. Plus, bulbs need a period of cool temperature to flower.
With bulbs, remember that more is more. They're relatively inexpensive, so buy as many as you have the room and energy to plant. Your investment now will pay off in tiny white snowdrops by January, then crocuses and daffodils, followed by hyacinths and tulips. Go here to see a nice variety of spring bulbs.
Here's the step-by-step:
Choose bulbs that are solid and free of mold.
Select a spot that has rich, well-drained soil and will have good sun in the spring.
Use a bulb planter to dig a hole. Bulbs should be planted two to three times as deep as the bulb is tall. Place the bulb in the hole, pointed side up, and fill the hole.
At first, water enough to promote root growth. Then begin watering with a soaker hose once the first blooms appear in the spring.
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Here are more tips on planting fall bulbs.
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-- Ann Portal