Introduction to Spring Bulbs

Discover the secret to a vibrant spring garden! Embrace these simple planting guidelines for our spring companion plants, and watch as your garden comes alive with a burst of beautiful blooms next season. Start by planting them this fall for a spectacular springtime display!

Tulips, Daffodils, and Crocus:

Planting Instructions: 

  1. Choose an area with partial to full sun that has good drainage.

  2. Dig a hole 6-8 inches deep and mix granular fertilizer with soil at the bottom of the hole.

  3. Place bulbs 2-3 inches apart with points facing upward, and then gently pack the soil over the bulb.

  4. Water once and then not again till spring.

Iris:

Planting Instructions: 

  1. Choose an area that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight and has good drainage.

  2. Plant with the rhizome’s top exposed at the surface of the soil and firmly pack the soil around each rhizome.

  3. Space Iris rhizomes 12 -24 inches apart.

  4. Water after planting and continue watering at least once a week for the remainder of the growing season. 


Ranunculus:

Planting Instructions: 

  1. Soak corms in room temperature water for 3-4 hours; avoid over soaking.

  2. Choose an area with full sun for planting.

  3. Add compost and a balanced fertilizer to your soil.

  4. Plant corms 9 inches apart, 2-3 inches deep, with tentacles facing down in the soil.

  5. Water after planting and continue weekly watering to ensure the corms do not dry out for the remainder of the growing season.