When is the best time to plant fall bulbs?Fall planted bulbs will bloom the following spring. Typically, people will plant fall bulbs between September and November, about 5-6 weeks before the ground freezes solid. Fall bulbs need time in autumn to get their roots established to support flowering in spring. Learn more about specific zones and planting times here. Which bulbs

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Fall-planted bulbs bloom the following spring, making now the perfect time to visit your local garden center and choose your favourites. Popular varieties often sell out quickly, so early selection is key. While most garden centers begin stocking bulbs in early September, planting usually happens later—typically between September and November. Aim to plant about 5–6 weeks before the ground freezes

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As summer fades and the air turns crisp, autumn arrives in all its golden glory—bringing with it more than just colourful leaves, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin-spiced everything. For gardeners, this season signals the start of something exciting: spring dreaming begins now. Garden centres are bursting with fresh arrivals of spring-flowering bulbs—reliable favourites and stunning new varieties alike. Whether you're drawn to

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in Container Gardening, Cut Flower, Daffodil, Easy to Grow, Fall, Fragrant, Tulips

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

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As the leaves turn crisp and the air fills with the scent of pumpkin spice, Halloween approaches with its delightful mix of candy and creepiness. This time of year, we embrace the thrill of spooky decorations and the allure of all things goth. But why stop at just cobwebs and jack-o'-lanterns? Elevate your outdoor aesthetic with a Halloween planter that

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in Container Gardening, Easy to Grow, Fall, Garden Tips, Grasses, Perennials

As spring paints the world with vibrant hues and scents, one often overlooked yet utterly charming flower takes center stage - Muscari. Commonly known as grape hyacinths, these small, bell-shaped blooms bring a touch of whimsy to spring gardens. These perennial bulbs are characterized by their slender, strap-shaped leaves and dense clusters of tiny, bell-shaped flowers that resemble miniature grapes, hence

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in Deer Resistant, Easy to Grow, Fall, Fragrant, Muscari

Community centers on fellowship with others, especially around a common interest. At Florissa, there is nothing we love more than seeing a community gather and grow together around a shared love of gardening and the outdoors. We get to delight in our online community of readers that share in horticultural information and knowledge with us. But there is nothing better

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Planting bulbs in the fall is the easiest way to guarantee a beautiful show come springtime. Planting Spring flowering bulbs doesn’t require any advanced horticultural knowledge. It’s simple with just a few steps you will have amazing success! When to plant Bulbs can be planted as soon as you purchase them, even as early as September. The ideal time frame for planting

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