
Top 10 Questions People Are Asking About Fall Bulbs
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

When Is The Best Time To Plant Bulbs In Fall?
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

How to Fertilize Your Garden: Essential Tips for Healthy, Thriving Plants
For your garden to truly thrive, plants need a proper balance of nutrients. While soil provides the foundation, it often requires a nutrient boost to fully support plant health and productivity. Think of fertilizers as plant vitamins—an optional but powerful supplement that can significantly improve growth, flowering, and yields. Understanding how to read fertilizer labels, decode N-P-K ratios, and select the

Top 5 Bee-Friendly Perennial Border Ideas
Creating a bee-friendly garden doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated. With a few strategic choices, you can design a low-maintenance perennial border that attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators while enhancing the beauty of your garden. These bee-friendly perennial borders not only require minimal upkeep but also offer an abundance of nectar throughout the seasons. By selecting the right

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

How to create a spooky Halloween planter!
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

Four ways to create community through gardening this fall
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

All About Crocus: How To Plant, Grow And Care For Crocus
Crocus bulbs are small, vibrant flowering bulbs that belong to the iris family and are known to bring a burst of colour to gardens - just when it's needed most. Crocuses are among the earliest bulbs to bloom in late winter to spring. Often peeking through the last remnants of snow with their bright, cup-shaped flowers in hues of purple,

Everything You Need to Know About Fall Bulb Planting
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

All About Garlic: How to Plant, Grow and Care for Garlic!
Garlic, with its health benefits, rich flavour and culinary versatility, is a staple in kitchens worldwide. While garlic is readily available at grocery stores, there's something deeply satisfying about planting, growing and harvesting garlic from your garden or patio. Growing your own garlic allows you to experience the rewarding process of nurturing a plant from planting to harvest. Then you