Fall Bulbs: Plant Now for Spring Color

Want a garden overflowing with color next spring? The secret is planning ahead.

Many of the flowers we associate with the first signs of spring begin their journey underground months earlier. Fall-planted bulbs need time in the soil during the colder months before producing their spectacular spring display.

Which Bulbs Should You Plant?

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ome of the most popular fall-planted bulbs include:

• Tulips

• Daffodils

• Crocus

• Hyacinths

• Alliums

• Muscari

Planting several varieties with different bloom times can help create waves of color throughout the spring.

When Should You Plant?

In New Jersey, spring-blooming bulbs are generally planted in the fall once temperatures begin cooling and before the ground freezes.

Late August is the perfect time to start choosing your varieties, planning your beds, and picking up bulbs before your favorites sell out.

Where Should Bulbs Go?

Most spring bulbs prefer well-draining soil and plenty of sunlight. They look especially beautiful planted in groups rather than individually.

Try layering different varieties in garden beds, planting them along walkways, or adding bulbs around existing perennials. You can even plant bulbs in containers for an early burst of patio or porch color.

A Little Work Now, A Big Reward Later

Fall bulb planting is one of gardening’s best delayed rewards. After months underground, those first green shoots emerging in spring are a welcome reminder that warmer days are coming.

Visit Richfield Farms & Garden Center this season to explore fall bulbs and everything you need to create a colorful spring garden.