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The 10 Best Spring Flowering Bulbs

The 10 Best Spring Flowering Bulbs

Spring is the season when the garden comes back to life. And what is a better way to create a beautiful display than with spring flowering bulbs? Planting fall bulbs in your garden in the fall is an easy way to add a splash of color. We will introduce you to the 10 best spring flowering bulbs.



10 Flower Bulbs To Plant In Spring


Planting flower bulbs for the spring is easy and fun. Many different types of spring bulbs are perfect for your garden. We’ve collected the most popular ones for fall planting below.



1. Daffodil (Narcissus)


Daffodils, or Narcissus, are very easy to look after. The bulbs return every year and will naturalize once they find a happy spot. Daffodils come in a surprising range of colors, including yellow, white, peach, apricot and even pink. You can plant them in the ground, pots, or containers for your patio.



2. Tulip


Tulips come in countless colors and varieties. They are one of the most versatile spring bulbs. You can choose from deep reds, pastel pinks and even multicolored Tulips. Many gardeners treat Tulips as annuals, but if you prefer bulbs that come back, consider planting Darwin Tulip bulbs.



3. Crocus


The Crocus is an early-spring, low-growing flower that welcomes the warmer seasons. They come in various colours, including purple, blue, yellow, orange, and white. Crocuses are easy to grow and naturalise easily in lawns.



4. Hyacinth


Since the 17th century, Hyacinths have fascinated gardeners and horticulturists. Not only for the variety of colours, but also for the sweet fragrance. They are the perfect plant for indoors and outdoors, and are the ideal companion for other spring flowers. Hyacinths love a spot with full sun and good drainage.


5. Snowdrop (Galanthus)


One of the earliest spring flowers is the Snowdrop (Galanthus). These beauties tell you that winter's dark and cold days will not last forever. Their pure white flowers with green accents are perfect for grass, at the front of spring borders, and in rock gardens.



6. Spanish Bluebell (Hyacinthoides Hispanica)


The open bell-shaped flowers of the Spanish Bluebell are attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, as well as to gardeners. Spanish Bluebells are very easy to grow, and the bulbs multiply themselves. They look stunning in a woodland garden, at the front of a border, in rockeries, and in wild or naturalised areas of the garden.


7. Grape Hyacinths (Muscari)


Another very popular spring flowering bulb is the Muscari. The other name, Grape Hyacinth, refers to the flower's shape: it looks like an upside-down bunch of grapes. Muscari require very little attention, are easy to naturalize, and will return year after year.



8. Ornamental Onion (Allium)


Do you want a spectacular display in your garden? Alliums are an excellent choice. They are famous for their elegant, slender stems and large globe-shaped blooms comprised of hundreds of densely packed florets. Alliums are also a magnet for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.



9. Windflowers (Anemones)


Anemones are a good choice for a striking splash of color in your garden. They come in a wide variety of colors, including blue, purple, red, white, and hot pink. Windflowers are easy to grow and require little maintenance. They often produce up to 20 flowers per bulb in the spring.


10. Iris


Finally, Iris is a beautiful spring flower. The Iris flower is named after the Greek goddess of the rainbow. The flowers come in blue, violet, purple, yellow, white, bronze, brown, and pink. The shape and colors are suitable for any landscape setting or as cut flowers in a vase, and can grow in most garden soils (well-draining soil). Choose a sunny or partial-shade spot for them.

Bulbs To Plant In Spring



When To Plant Spring Flowering Bulbs


You plant spring flowering bulbs in the fall usually from September to November, depending on the climate you live in. Ensure the soil temperature is below 60ºF (15°C) or colder, but the first frost hasn't arrived yet. This allows spring bulbs to establish over the winter and be ready to flower in early spring, mid-spring, or late spring.

Learn more: This Is The Bloom Time Of Different Fall-Planted Bulbs



How To Plant Spring Blooming Bulbs


Planting spring bulbs is quite easy. Follow these steps to ensure successful planting:

  1. Start with planting before the ground freezes. Wait until the soil is 60ºF (15°C) or colder. Choose a sunny or partial spot with good drainage.
  2. Dig a hole about 3-4 inches deep (8-10 cm). When planting bulbs, follow the general rule of thumb and give them at least 2 times the height of the soil above them.
  3. Drop the bulb in the hole and cover it with soil. Make sure you place the bulb the right way up. So plant with the pointed end / spike facing up.
  4. Leave approximately 3 inches (8 cm) between each bulb.
  5. After planting, water well so the soil above the bulbs settles.


What To Do With Fall-Planted Bulbs After Flowering


Once spring flower bulbs have finished flowering, it's important to look after them properly to encourage healthy flowering next year (depending on which bulbs you've planted). Deadhead the spent flowers to prevent the bulbs from putting energy into seed production. Don’t cut the leaves yet, but wait until they are yellow, as the nutrients will go back into the bulbs for the next flowering season. The bulb will be dormant and won’t need watering until the next flowering season.



Choose The Best Bulbs For Spring Planting At DutchGrown


If you’re planning to add spring flowering bulbs to your garden, the fall is the perfect time to start. At DutchGrown, you can find a wide range of high-quality and top-sized fall-planted bulbs. Whether you choose different varieties of Tulips or want to plant beautiful Snowdrops. Are you looking for spring-planted bulbs? We’ve also got a collection of summer flowering bulbs. Discover our collection now and select your favorite flower bulbs. We ship from the Netherlands to all over the US.

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