Most people would think of fall as a season when trees are
changing colors and dying. For many, the autumn leaves are our
last dance with color before the dark, gray winter sets in. It
doesn?t have to be that way, though. Fall flowers can offer a
splash of rebirth and color in a season otherwise known for
falling leaves.
Bulbs are living plants and contain their own storage of food.
They are quite self-sufficient and will strive to bloom, no
matter when or where they are planted. Fall flower bulbs are
planted in the spring or summer and flower in the early fall.
Some examples are lilacs, colchicums, and saffron crocuses. The
colchicums are extremely unusual in that they will bloom without
being planted, though they do need soil to develop roots.
When selecting fall flower bulbs, you should look for bulbs that
are firm and free of visible defects. If you desire large
flowers, buy large bulbs. Small bulbs will produce smaller
flowers.
Most fall flower bulbs cannot survive the winter. These have to
be dug up each fall and stored until planting time. Bulbs should
be stored in a cool, dry place. A dry basement is ideal. If you
do not have a basement, a dark, unheated closet or utility room
will also work.
For individual planting directions, use your package. Most bulbs
grow best in well-drained, loose soil. Standing water or
excessively moist soil will cause bulbs to rot. Do not plant
bulbs at the bottom of a hill.
Bulbs should be planted six to eight inches in the soil. Cover
and pack firmly. After planting, water your bulbs thoroughly.
Water them occasionally, and they should bloom in early autumn.
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