Missed the autumn bulb planting season? Don’t worry! Your garden can still shine in spring with potted bulbs. These pre-grown options provide an easy way to enjoy vibrant spring flowers even if you didn’t plant bulbs earlier. Our selection includes hardy varieties like narcissi, tulips, Chionodoxa, and Scilla, all of which can thrive outdoors and withstand typical winter conditions without special protection.
Here’s how each type can enhance your garden:
- Dwarf Tulips: Perfect for patio containers, adding bursts of color to small spaces.
- Narcissi (Daffodils): Versatile for borders and containers, these early bloomers bring a cheerful atmosphere during late winter.
- Hyacinths: Perfect for pots and borders, these fragrant spring bloomers add a burst of color and a sweet scent to gardens and indoor spaces.
Easy Maintenance Tips for Potted Bulbs
One of the best things about bulbs is their low maintenance:
- Post-Flowering Care: Allow foliage to fully die back—this takes about six weeks after flowering. This step is essential for the bulb to store energy for the next season.
- Dividing Bulbs: Dormant bulbs can be lifted in summer and divided to expand your garden with new plantings.
Long-Lasting Benefits
Investing in potted bulbs offers more than just instant spring beauty. Their hardy nature ensures they return year after year with minimal effort. Both Scilla and Chionodoxa are excellent self-seeders, creating dense clumps or naturalized colonies over time. Glory of the snow’s ability to blend into grassy areas means your lawn can host stunning blue blooms every spring without interfering with regular maintenance.
By choosing potted bulbs now, you can enjoy the joys of spring gardening even if the autumn planting window has passed.
