Forgot to Plant Flower Bulbs Last Fall? Here’s How to Still Enjoy Beautiful Spring Blooms!
The best time to plant spring flowering bulbs is in fall, about 6 weeks before the first frost. Any time between September and December is ideal if the ground is not frozen. But sometimes life happens, things get busy and it’s easy to forget about the boxes of bulbs sitting happily in your garage. Never fear! These resilient little bulbs
Winter Gardening: Tips for Beautiful Paperwhite Bulbs Indoors
Paperwhites are a Narcissi (Daffodil) perfect for growing indoors over the winter holiday season. Small but full of character, this flower is one of the easiest bulbs to grow indoors as they do not require a chilling period. You simply put the bulbs in a container, water them and wait. Within 3-4 weeks they will bloom, which is perfect for those looking for
Unique New Bulb Varieties To Plant This Fall!
This fall, check out all your Florissa favourites and make sure to keep an eye out for our great selection of new items. Planting spring flowering bulbs is a simple and easy way to create a beautiful garden!
Elevate Your Spring Bouquets: Create a Stunning Cut Flower Garden!
There's something magical about a vase filled with fresh-cut flowers. Spring is a season of new beginnings, and what better way to celebrate this renewal than by planting a colourful cut flower garden? Fall is the time to start planning your spring-cut flower garden. If you're not sure where to start, we've got you covered. In this blog, we'll walk
All About Narcissi – Daffodils: Everything You Wanted to Know, and More!
As the leaves start to turn golden and the air gets crisper, it's a sure sign that fall is upon us. For flower enthusiasts, this season brings with it the preparation for a gorgeous spring garden. Known for their stunning blooms, narcissi, commonly known as daffodils, are one of the most popular spring flowers. Narcissi are fall-planted bulbs that bloom
How to Garden Indoors During the Winter
Winter is coming! As we transition from autumn to winter, the days grow colder and darker. The slower gardening season is welcome, as plants slide into dormancy and the garden hibernates for the winter. Sometimes we may want to join in that season of rest, and yet there is still so much to anticipate and appreciate! During these colder months,
Favourites for Fall: What’s on Our ‘Must Plant’ Lists
A favourite quote from Audrey Hepburn is “to plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” Nothing is more the case than planting bulbs in the fall with the promise of blooms, 4-6 months away in spring. The fall planting season is always an exciting time. There are so many bulbs to choose from. Shopping for spring flowering varieties is
Top 10 Fall Bulbs for a Spring Cut Flower Garden
Having a cut flower garden is so rewarding! There is nothing better than bringing your homegrown flowers indoors to enjoy. Bouquets of flowers bring instant colour to a room and make the perfect gift for friends and family. There are so many flowers available it seems like an endless selection. However not all flowers are best for cutting, so we’re here
New Fall Bulbs and Accent Flowers to Make Your Spring Garden Pop!
As the summer months wrap up, cooler weather starts to roll in and autumn appears. It’s a season of leaves changing colour, crisp fresh air, pumpkins, and it is also a very exciting time for gardeners! Spring flowering bulbs hit the garden centre shelves, complete with standard favourites along with some dazzling new varieties! It’s now time to plan out
Scented Garden Plants: How to Create a Fragrant Garden
A garden filled with fragrant flowers is a relaxing and alluring place to be. Your senses are brought alive and the aromas remind you of special moments, they invigorate your soul and lift your spirits. With the mindful addition of scented perennials and bulbs, your garden becomes a haven of fresh, sweet, spicy, and tantalizing aromas. Check out our favourite