Bloom time is the most important consideration when layering bulbs in containers. "Usually, bulb layering consists of three layers, so you want to select three distinct flowering times," Bradley ...

Nothing says spring like a patch of brightly colored tulips. Tulips are fall-planted bulbs, much like daffodils, alliums, and crocuses. With so many tulip varieties, creating any color design you ...

When planting spring bulbs this fall, remember your companion plants! They can add contrast, serve as a backdrop, and hide ...

Tulips are stunning spring bulbs that flower in April and May. They grow well in both pots and borders, and the bulbs should be planted in late autumn. Which? Gardening magazine grew and compared ...

If you want your garden containers to be filled with colorful flowers in spring, now's the time to get your bulbs planted to make sure they're ready to bloom once our gardens thaw out after winter.

I’m looking for the best way to plant tulips in a sunny window box. I’ve been refrigerating the bulbs since late November, and I’m ready to plant them. The problem is that our three window boxes are ...

A question for Dan Gill: I'm looking for the best way to plant tulips in a sunny window box. The problem is that our three window boxes are 24 inches long but only 5.5 inches deep. After a layer of ...

Q: I plan to plant tulips I ordered from Holland in containers early next month. How do I care for them during the winter? How much water/sun/protection will they need? — A.S., Houston A: Dutch bulbs ...

November is a great time to think about planting flowers that can infuse your outdoor space with color and life well into the winter. Plenty of flowers can be sown or planted now. Sowing seeds ...