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The anticipation of cheerful spring bulbs can keep the gardener going through the dull winter months. John Hoyland advises on ...

You can also plant summer-flowering bulbs this month, as they’re made of strong stuff and won’t succumb to winter frosts. Lilies, alliums and crocosmia are all perfect to plant in September.

In most parts of the country, you can generally plant spring-flowering bulbs until early November or even into December, depending on where you live. Basically, as long as the ground isn’t ...

As summer winds down and fall approaches, there’s still plenty of gardening to do and exciting ways to celebrate the upcoming ...

There are two times of year that spark joy in gardeners' hearts: When the seed catalogs begin arriving in winter, and when bulb catalogs arrive in late summer. If you love bulbs, now is the time to ...

Other types that bloom later in the spring go into the ground in November. Since fall bulb planting time varies by USDA growing zone, we've created a chart to guide you and offer eight smart tips to ...

Saffron crocuses thrive in full sun and require a well-draining location. Choose a spot in your garden or a container where ...

A GARDENING expert has revealed four essential jobs you should do this September to guarantee a vibrant and blooming garden ...

Daffodils, crocus and hyacinths are beautiful spring blooms that you should plant before September ends. Summer-flowering bulbs like lilies, alliums and crocosmia can also be planted this month as ...

But spring-blooming bulbs, which must be planted in the fall before the ground freezes, add early-season color and beauty to your garden—which is especially welcome after a long dark winter! In most ...

Summer-flowering bulbs like lilies, alliums and crocosmia can also be planted this month as they're tough enough to withstand winter frosts. However, hold off on planting your tulips until November.