Bulb Gardening Basics
The basics of bulb gardening.
A CyberGarden Party Leads to New Discoveries about Bulb Planting  [offsite link]
An interesting and somewhat humorous account of what a woman learns when she purchases 3000 bulbs to plant in the fall. It contains some very good
tips.
A Bulb for Every Purpose
There is a bulb for almost every niche in your garden. There are bulbs for every purpose and every season. Bulb division and propagation
Division of bulbs is as important as is division of any plant. Not every bulb needs division but there are some that will scream and get our attention when its time and thus, the purpose of this article.
Bulb division/propagation
In this particular article, part two, (related subject at hand), will again be an informative, brief summary on "how" division of various bulb elements are done. Bulb doosies/do's and don'ts
It is more to bulb gardening than digging a hole and putting in a bulb(s). There are things to know that will not only benefit your garden but maintain your investment. Therefore, below is a list compiled of the top do’s and don’ts when it comes to bulb gardening.
Bulb garden tools
Some dig a sizable amount of soil up and sprinkle them throughout, some use a garden trowel and plant one by one but the smart, avid gardener knows a better way. This article will pertain to bulb gardening tools. Bulb Gardening Dos and Don'ts
Bulb gardening, for the most part, is easy. However, there are some dos and don’ts you may need to consider beforehand in order to get the most from your bulb garden.
Bulbs and More [offsite link]
Lots of basic information from the University of Illinois Extension Service. Care for bulbs in any season
A bulb in itself contains all that is required to sustain life for one growing season. Digging and Storing Tender Bulbs
In order for tender bulbs to continue providing a season of blooms year after year, there is work to be done and with these helpful tips, be prepared in continuing their longevity. Distinguishing Bulbs and Bulb-Like Structures
If you’re new to bulb gardening, you may be thinking that a bulb is just a bulb. But is it? There is a wide range of garden bulbs to choose from; therefore, it helps to know a little bit about them before you begin diving right in. Drought tolerance in bulb gardening
In adverse weather conditions, it behooves the avid gardener to not become wise in the way he gardens. Be it too much rain or not enough, take time out to educate yourself and garden more circumspectly with every upcoming seasonal year. Are you prepared? Read on to grade yourself in how you garden. Flower bulb energy
Bulbs can be beautiful to look at and overwhelming to choose from but it is as important to know how to care for them once they have finished beautifying your garden. This week's article can help you do that effectively as well as efficiently. Good Bugs in the Garden
Some people see bugs as creepy while others view them as gross but gardeners know the benefits of having beneficial ones in the garden. In our vegetable or flower gardens, there are beneficial insects that help our blooms to sustain and our vegetables to grow bigger and better every year.
How to Divide and Conquer Crowded Bulbs in the Garden
Bulbs can always be expected to multiply, and dividing bulbs is not only an inexpensive way to produce more plants in the garden, but it also helps to relieve problems associated with overcrowding. How do you tell if division is necessary? International Flower Bulb Centre [offsite link]
A comprehensive site of the U.S. Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Center, dedicated to eveything about bulbs and bulb flowers. planting Bulbs with Kids
Get kids familiar with bulbs, not only by planting them but also through teaching them the basics. Tips for Bulb Gardens [offsite link]
Unsure of how to incorporate bulbs into your garden or landscape? Here are some tips from the Virginia Cooperative Extension at Virginia Tech. When to Plant? [offsite link]
Suggestions on how to determine when to plant spring-flowering bulbs. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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