Bulbs
Flower bulb gardens are a welcome addition, especially in spring as nature awakens from a long winter’s nap. With all the colors and types of bulbs available, gardeners should have no problem finding suitable plants to grow. Yet, it never hurts to get some gardening advice for bulbs along the way. While gardening with bulbs is easy, planting flower bulbs and caring for them can be intimidating to new gardeners, so here you will find tips on growing flower bulb gardens, from planting flower bulbs to their care and how to store them over winter.
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Companion Planting With Agapanthus: Good Companion Plants For Agapanthus
Although you may be tempted to dedicate a flower bed to agapanthus, remember that agapanthus companion plants can complement these beauties. Click this article for information about plants that grow well with agapanthus.
By Teo Spengler
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Soil For Amaryllis Plants – What Kind Of Soil Does Amaryllis Need
Because it blooms in winter or early spring, amaryllis is almost always kept in a pot indoors, so you have more say in the kind of soil it grows in. So what kind of soil does amaryllis need? Learn about amaryllis soil requirements in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Anemone Varieties: Different Types Of Anemone Plants
A member of the buttercup family, anemone, often known as windflower, is a diverse group of plants available in a range of sizes, forms, and colors. Click this article to learn more about tuberous and non-tuberous types of anemone plants.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Does Agapanthus Need Winter Protection: What Is The Cold Hardiness Of Agapanthus
There is some discrepancy in the cold hardiness of Agapanthus. A U.K. gardening magazine undertook a trial in southern and northern climates to determine the cold hardiness of Agapanthus and the results were surprising. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Red Hot Poker Companion Plants: Plants That Grow Well With Red Hot Pokers
You may find it challenging to select plants that grow well with red hot pokers, but there is actually a wide range of red hot poker lily companions. Take a look at the article that follows for a few suggestions of plants that work well with a red hot poker.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Varieties Of Violets: Different Types Of Violets
There are around 400 types of violet plants in the genus Viola. The many violet plant varieties guarantee there is a sweet little Viola perfect for almost any gardening need. Learn more about these amazing little plants in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Varieties Of Agapanthus: What Are The Types Of Agapanthus Plants
If you haven't yet tried your hand at growing agapanthus plants, the many different types on the market are bound to pique your curiosity. Learn more about species and varieties of agapanthus in the article that follows.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Amaryllis Flower Varieties: Different Types Of Amaryllis
Amaryllis is available in a variety of shapes and colors; in fact, almost too many different types of amaryllis to count. Click this article to learn about just a few of the many amaryllis flower varieties on the market.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Amaryllis Care After Flowering: Learn About Post Bloom Care Of Amaryllis
Once the amaryllis flowers are gone, the plant can still provide a tropical look for months. All that is needed is good post-bloom care of amaryllis and you can enjoy the plant while it stores energy for the next year's flowers. Click here for more information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Feeding Amaryllis Plants – Learn How And When To Fertilize Amaryllis Bulbs
Care of amaryllis is often a question, but does amaryllis need fertilizer? If so, you may wonder when to fertilize amaryllis and what are amaryllis fertilizer requirements? Click the article that follows to learn more.
By Amy Grant
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Grow An Early Spring Flowering Bulb Lawn
Want a lawn that nourishes pollinators, never needs weeding, and grows more beautiful every year? We have the lawn for you. Click for more.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Gladiolus Seed Pods: Harvesting Gladiolus Seeds For Planting
You can try saving gladiolus seeds to preserve a favorite variety and share it with other gardeners. It's easy to do, but the flowers are a long time coming. This article will provide more information about harvesting these pods on gladiolus.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Differentiating Iris Flowers: Learn About Flag Irises vs. Siberian Irises
There are numerous varieties of iris out there, and many people wonder how to tell the difference between flag iris and Siberian iris, two common types of iris plants. Click on this article to learn more about differentiating these flowers.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Harlequin Flower Care – Learn About Planting Sparaxis Bulbs
Harlequin flower bulbs can add vibrance and color to spaces with minimal special care. Click this article for more info on these plants.
By Tonya Barnett
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Greigii Tulip Flowers – Growing Greigii Tulips In The Garden
Greigii tulips bulbs come from a species native to Turkestan. Greigii tulip varieties offer blooms in vivid shades, like bright reds and yellows. If you are interested in growing Greigii tulips, click on the following article for additional information.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Care For Easter Lily Indoors
Don’t let that beautiful Easter lily die. Learn how to care for it indoors, and then plant it outside. Click to learn more.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Digging Up Gladiola Corms: How To Store Gladiolus For The Winter
In order to enjoy the beauty of gladiolus flowers year after year, most gardeners must store their gladiolus corms in the winter. These steps are easy to follow and can be found in this article.
By Heather Rhoades