Bulbs
Flower bulb gardens are a welcome addition, especially in spring as nature awakens from a long winter’s nap. With all the colors and types of bulbs available, gardeners should have no problem finding suitable plants to grow. Yet, it never hurts to get some gardening advice for bulbs along the way. While gardening with bulbs is easy, planting flower bulbs and caring for them can be intimidating to new gardeners, so here you will find tips on growing flower bulb gardens, from planting flower bulbs to their care and how to store them over winter.
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Growing Wood Lilies: How To Care For Wood Lily Plants
In most of the northern parts of the country, wood lily plants grow in grasslands and mountainous regions, filling the fields and slopes with their cheerful blooms. Learn about growing wood lilies in this article.
By Anne Baley
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Amaryllis Repotting Guide – When And How To Repot Amaryllis Plants
The pretty lily-like amaryllis is a popular choice for a houseplant. This bulb does not require a huge pot, but once it reaches a certain size, you will need to repot it in something bigger. This article can help get you started with that.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Flower Bulb Pests: How To Prevent Pests In Flower Bulbs
Bulbs can produce rewarding and easy care plants, but you still should be on the lookout for pests. This article will cover some of the most common insects that infest flower bulbs and suggest some easy ways to prevent and eliminate those nasty buggers.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Trouble With Freesia Plants: Learn About Freesia Diseases And Pests
Carefree freesias in a garden space are a wonderful addition, but nothing in the plant kingdom is truly without worry. A few common problems plague freesias, but many are simple to deal with if you're armed with the right knowledge. Learn about freesia troubles here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Propagating Hyacinth Offsets – How To Propagate Bulbs Of Hyacinth
Although most gardeners find it easier and faster to purchase hyacinth bulbs, hyacinth propagation by seeds or offset bulbs is easier than you may think. Want to learn more about propagating and growing hyacinth bulbs? Click here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Hyacinth Plant Blooms - How To Keep Hyacinth Flowers Blooming
Hyacinth is usually a carefree bulb that flower every spring for several years with minimal attention. If yours aren't cooperating, there are several reasons for this frustrating failure to flower. This article will help keep them blooming each year.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Hyacinth Bulb Itch – What To Do For Hyacinth Skin Allergy
Hyacinth is a popular fall planted bulb for cheerful, fragrant spring blooms. These flowers help to drive away winter glooms. Unfortunately, hyacinth irritation can be an issue. Learn more about this skin problem, referred to as hyacinth bulb itch, in the following article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Growing Bluebells: Care Of Wood Hyacinth Bluebells
Although some confusion may arrive from various English and Latin names, most bluebells are also known as wood hyacinths. This article will help with growing English and Spanish bluebell plants.
By Susan Patterson
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Container Grown Hyacinths: How To Plant Hyacinth Bulbs In Pots
Hyacinths are famous for their pleasant fragrance. They also grow very well in pots, perfuming a patio, a walkway, or a room in your house. Learn how to plant hyacinth bulbs in pots in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Deadheading Gladiolus: Do You Need To Deadhead Glads
Deadheading gladiolus ensures continued beautiful perfection. However, there are several schools of thought on whether it is a beneficial or simply soothes the neurotic gardener. Do you need to deadhead glads? Find out here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Gladiolus Are Falling Over – Learn About Staking Gladiolus Plants
Prolific bloomers they are, but gladiolus plants falling over is not uncommon. Staking gladiolus plants will keep their brightly colored heads from dipping or breaking, and there are any number of items that can be used as gladiolus plant stakes. Learn more here.
By Amy Grant
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Indoor Tuberose Care: Can You Grow Tuberose As A Houseplant
With basic needs provided, there’s no reason you can’t enjoy potted tuberoses inside. Click here to learn how to grow tuberose as a houseplant.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Growing Spring Starflowers In Containers: How To Plant Ipheion Bulbs In Pots
Growing spring starflowers in containers is just as easy and creates just as much impact. The key is having the appropriate container, good soil, and knowledge on how to plant Ipheion bulbs in pots. This article will help get you started.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Color Changing In Irises: Why An Iris Plant Changes Color
If an iris plant changes color, it could be a combination of things or simply a random accident. Here are some things to investigate that mysterious hue change. Click on this article to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Harvesting Seeds From Iris – Learn How To Plant Iris Seeds
You’ve heard of planting iris rhizomes, but it’s also possible to grow them from seeds too. Learn about harvesting iris seed pods here.
By Teo Spengler
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Growing Crocus Indoors
Taking care of crocus bulb containers is easy. These lively little plants are not only great showstoppers in the garden, but they can make wonderful houseplants too. Read this article to learn about indoor crocus care.
By Nikki Tilley
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Aurelian Trumpet Lily Info: Tips For Planting Trumpet Lily Bulbs
Aurelian, or trumpet, lilies are known for their huge, trumpet-shaped blossoms and impressive height. They're a great addition to any garden. But how do you go about planting trumpet lily bulbs? Learn more Aurelian trumpet lily info here.
By Liz Baessler