Amaryllis tips
Q. I always look forward to giving and receiving plants of the holiday season. One plant I would like to keep year-round is the amaryllis. Please explain how to do this.
Bulbs
Anemone
Q. I am looking for a colorful companion to some early-spring flowering bulbs. A friend suggested the low-growing anemone.
Unususal bulbs for container
Q. I would like to grow some unusual bulbs in containers this summer. What are the basic guidelines to ensure good growth?
Bulb fertilizer
Q. What is the correct fertilizer to use for bulbs?
Transplanting forced bulbs to garden
Q. I bought several small pots of flowering dwarf iris, crocus and mini-daffodils from the grocery store in February. What do I do with them after they flower?
When to Fertilize Bulbs
Q. For the best spring flower display, when should I fertilize my tulip and daffodil bulbs?
How to Plant Daffodil and Tulip Bulbs
Q. I would like to plant varieties of tulips and daffodils this fall in addition to smaller bulbs. Any suggestions for planting techniques?
Winter Care for Dahlia Tubers
Q. I added quite a few dahlias to my garden this year and they bloomed beautifully. Please advise on winter care.
Edible Flowers
Q. I am fascinated by the use of flowers in preparing certain food dishes. Are there some basic guidelines to follow when choosing the flowers?
Forcing Daffodil and Tulip Bulbs
Q: I have some tulip and daffodil bulbs left over from fall planting. How do I "force" them for indoor bloom?
Lily "seeds"
Q. What are the small, round, black growths on my lilies?
Growing tips for Daffodils (Narcissus)
Q. I have many varieties of Narcissus in my garden and some are not blooming as well as they used to. What can I do to help?
When to Fertilize Tulip Bulbs
Q. For the best spring flower display, when should I fertilize my tulip and daffodil bulbs?
Tulips as perennials
Q. I have ordered several hundred tulip bulbs for fall planting. Can I be assured of their return for many years?
Forcing Tulips
Q. Help! I never got around to planting my tulip bulbs this autumn. Is there anything I can do to save them?
Planting Techniques for Bulbs
Q. I would like to plant varieties of tulips and daffodils this fall in addition to smaller bulbs. Any suggestions for planting techniques?
Dividing spring-blooming bulbs
Q. How and when should I divide my spring-blooming bulbs?
Protecting bulbs from wildlife
Q: How do I protect my spring blooming bulbs from wildlife?
A: Squirrels, chipmunks, mice, and voles can wreak havoc on bulb beds. These animals prefer crocus and tulip bulbs, but will often dig and discard others. To discourage wildlife from digging and eating bulbs, place chicken wire over the planting area. Wire can be laid an inch or two below the soil surface or laid across the planting bed. Use large gauge wire for larger sized bulbs and smaller gauge wire for smaller bulbs.
Storing Iris Plants for Winter
Q: I'd like to divide and store my Iris plants for the winter. What is the best way to do this?
Storing Summer Bulbs
Q: I am storing summer bulbs for the first time — is there anything I need to do for them during the winter?
How to remember where bulbs are planted
Q: In the fall, I always have trouble remembering where I need to plant bulbs in my garden, and often find myself planting too close to existing ones. Any suggestions?
Spring Bulb Planting
Q. When should I plant my tender annual bulbs?
Amaryllis care after a bloom
Q: How do I take care of my amaryllis now that it’s bloomed?
Prematurely Sprouting Bulbs
Q. After a few warm days, some of my bulbs are sprouting prematurely. Will this hurt the bulbs or future blooms?