Flower Bulbs: Nature’s Greatest Gift
Flowers are one of nature’s greatest gifts. Their scent, their
colors, their shapes… everything about flowers is beautiful. A
colorful, cheerful flower can brighten even the darkest day.
Even more enjoyable than looking at flowers, though, is growing
them. Flowers can be bought from pots and replanted. They can
also be grown from clippings. However, one of the most popular
ways of growing flowers is from bulbs and seeds.
Growing flowers outdoors from bulbs is simple; in fact, it is so
easy that it’s almost foolproof. One of the most important
aspects is timing. Bulbs need to be planted about six weeks
before the first frost. Bulbs must be planted in an area with
good drainage and a lot of sun. Make sure the soil is loose, and
then plant the bulbs about six inches in the ground. (Package
directions may vary depending on type and location; when
directions differ, following your package.) Try to place the
bulb in the hole with the pointed end facing up. Cover the hole
and water. Voila! You’ve planted your flower bulbs.
Flower bulbs and seeds make flower gardens accessible for
everyone. They can be grown virtually anywhere. One idea is to
plant them in containers. With container gardens, even apartment
dwellers can enjoy the beauty of flowers. Container-grown flower
bulbs and seeds also allow growers to defy nature. Flower bulbs
can be planted indoors in any season and in any climate, as long
as the indoor conditions are favorable for growth.
Flower bulbs are available in many varieties, such as tulips,
daffodils, gladiolus, and crocus.
