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How to choose, plant and store bulbs so they thrive in the spring!
How do you prepare your garden for spring? Get it ready in the fall!
Planting spring bulbs in the fall ensures your garden is ready for those first signs of spring… when the early bloomers start to poke through the frosted ground.
Are you an avid gardener looking for inspiration or someone just trying out their green thumb? Here are our favourite bulbs and when to plant them.
Spring bulbs are exactly what they sound like… flowers that bloom in spring! They are typically the first flowers to bloom and usher in the first signs of spring.
What are bulbs? - Bulbs are like a package with everything a flower needs to grow. They’re planted in the ground in the fall and lay dormant during the winter, storing all their energy for spring. Once spring hits and the temperature is just right, plants use their stored energy to grow and flower quickly.
Common spring bulbs — Spring bulbs like crocuses, tulips and daffodils are often the first to bloom and usher in the first signs of spring. These bulbs are considered “hardy,” meaning they can withstand temperature drops and rainy weather. Perfect for the Lower Mainland!
For all spring bulbs, it's best to avoid soft, mushy, imperfect or nicked bulbs. It's also best to plant them in your garden's sunny or partially shaded areas. Without sun, you won’t get the blooms you want!
When is the best time to buy your spring bulbs? When stock is high! Usually, around August or September, nurseries will be stocked with spring bulbs. It's also a good time to get them, so you're ready to plant as the weather gets colder.
When should you plant your spring bulbs? Spring bulbs should be planted around mid to late fall. It's best practice to have your bulbs planted just before the first frost, which in the Lower Mainland is usually late October into November.
"Shock" or "chill" your bulbs before planting them to keep them dormant. This also stops them from blooming too early. To chill your bulbs, keep them in your fridge (preferably in a mesh bag) until ready to plant. This practice is great if you get your bulbs before you plan to plant them or when the weather isn’t cold enough!
Planting spring bulbs can be tricky. Knowing when and where to plant them can change each year depending on the weather and the layout of your garden. So, If you fancy yourself a DIYer, take these tips and run. But if you'd rather have some help, head on over to vandenbergmaintenance.com and reach out.
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