What Bulbs Are and When You Should Plant Them

What Bulbs Area and When You Should Plant Them

Fresh colorful tulips flower bloom in the gardenWho doesn’t love a beautiful, blooming tulip? They’re known for their bright, animated appearance, and are used by many in landscapes. However, beneath them lies a unique specialized modified stem called a bulb. People are often intimidated by plants that start out as bulbs because they are different and sometimes need specific care. However, bulbs are actually very easy to plant and manage in your yard! If you want to include tulips or other types of bulbs in your yard, read this article to learn what they are and how you should plant them.

What is a Bulb?

A bulb in simple terms is a plant wrapped up in an easy-to-plant package. That “package” is a specialized seed and root formation that formed with leaves and food reserves to give the plant the ability to propagate later. Nature is truly amazing! The term “bulb” is often used for other specialized root forms like tubers and corms, which are similar but biologically different. However, all you need to know about these organisms is when and how to plant them.

When Should You Plant It?

Bulbs are best grown if planted in the fall. Make a hole about 4 inches deep and make sure the tip of the bulb is facing upward. That’s where the seed will sprout and the small green buds will come to the surface looking for sunlight! Plant them a few inches apart from each other to make sure they have enough room to grow. The truly hardest part about planting bulbs is the waiting game. You can’t peek or see any kind of growth for the entire duration of the winter. You also need to make sure that there aren’t any interferences with them during the cold season. 

While it’s still warm their roots will begin to form, and come spring they’ll start to poke their heads out! The amazing thing about bulbs is that they’re usually the first ones to come out after a long frozen period. Even if the temperature is still on the cold side, they’ll still make an appearance and be a good sign of the warm spring and summer to come. 

Where Should Bulbs be Planted?Autumn garden works, shovel and spring flowers bulbs ready for planting, tulips and yellow daffodils

Bulbs are best grown if planted in the fall. Make a hole about 4 inches deep and make sure the tip of the bulb is facing upward. That’s where the seed will sprout and the small green buds will come to the surface looking for sunlight! Plant them a few inches apart from each other to make sure they have enough room to grow. The truly hardest part about planting bulbs is the waiting game. You can’t peek or see any kind of growth for the entire duration of the winter. You also need to make sure that there aren’t any interferences with them during the cold season. 

While it’s still warm their roots will begin to form, and come spring they’ll start to poke their heads out! The amazing thing about bulbs is that they’re usually the first ones to come out after a long frozen period. Even if the temperature is still on the cold side, they’ll still make an appearance and be a good sign of the warm spring and summer to come. 

Planting bulbs is a simple and rewarding aspect of maintaining a landscape. If you have additional questions, give us a call today!

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