Crocus shines as ‘Flower Bulb of the Year’
The Crocus is in the limelight as the ‘Flower Bulb of the Year’ for 2015. These early-flowering bulbs have come to symbolise the joy of spring. As if eager to emerge from under the ground, their flowers open wide on those first days of sunshine. What could be more welcome after a cold dark winter?
Hurray! Time to plant flower bulbs!
Summer is reaching its end. If you’re lucky, you can still be enjoying some nice days out in your garden until early September, but the time to head back indoors is on its way. Or not? Autumn may have arrived but there are still some nice things to be done in the garden! Roll up your sleeves and get the garden ready for winter. Autumn leaves should be raked to the side, plants and trees need pruning, and vulnerable plants should be covered to survive freezing temperatures. Reward yourself after all that hard work with the nicest little job of all: selecting and planting the most beautiful flower bulbs! Autumn is the perfect time to decide which flower bulbs will be brightening up your garden next spring.
Top 8 lesser known summer bulbs
In general, most people are familiar with summer bulbs like dahlias, Crocosmia and lilies. There are also summer bulbs, corms and tubers of which the name is enough to raise quite a few eyebrows. Nevertheless, these are rewarding flowering plants that should really be used more often.
Cactus Dahlias
Dahlias are the favourite of many gardeners – and no wonder. These exciting flowers are available in a wide range of bright colours. Actually, no other garden flower can match their range of colours and sizes! The Dahlia’s flowering period also contributes to its great popularity: they can be adding colour to your garden from the end of July until the first frost – long after other flowers are spent.
Summer bulbs for a personal colour accent
Every garden owner dreams of having a summer garden full of gorgeous flowers. And to enjoy this summer dream, spring is just the right time to start planting. Summer bulbs have exactly what it takes to add a personal colour accent to the garden. For inspiration, consider the colour palettes of sunny orange, serene white, festive pink and luxurious purple. Which colour will you choose?
Summer bulbs accentuate your personal style
You already have a wonderful garden that expresses your personal style. Whether this is sleek and uncluttered, highly individualised, or just downright cosy and inviting, the style of your garden is already determined. So, what now? Make it even more attractive by adding summer bulbs! But how can summer bulbs enhance the carefully determined style of your garden? Here are some tips for adding to your enjoyment of summer bulbs no matter what style of garden you have designed.
What some ‘vitamin green’ can do for the community
Making your community greener is a wonderful idea because it makes your surroundings more attractive to get out and walk around in. But did you know that a greener environment is also better for you? Flower bulbs are perfect for giving your community an extra dose of ‘vitamin green’. This is because having flowering bulbs in courtyards, communal neighbourhood gardens, parks and other green areas helps people feel less stressed. And wouldn’t it be fun to get together with your neighbours to plant these summer bulbs? After all, it’s a nice chance to see one another and catch up on what’s been going on. What some extra ‘vitamin green’ can do for the community…
Top 10 summer bulbs
Summer bulbs make special gifts for planting in the garden – gifts with an exciting element of surprise. That’s because you plant them in the spring, when the winter is just over, and then, on a nice sunny day later that summer, they proudly show off their flowers. But what kinds are there to choose from, and which summer bulbs would the prettiest ones for your garden?
Time for summer bulbs, such rewarding plants
Garden centres are now fully stocked with summer-flowering bulbs. Even supermarkets and DIY stores have nice selections. So don’t wait too long: now is the time to choose just the right bulbs for adding extra colour to your summer garden. Summer bulbs are available in many varieties and sizes. Some are perfect for planting in pots, while others make ideal plants for the border. They all have one thing in common: they can tolerate little if any ground frost. So wait a while to plant them.
Fighting stress with gardening
It’s hard to imagine life without pressures and stress – they seem to affect everyone. Fatigue crops up more and more often, so it’s about time to take care of yourself. There’s nothing better for relaxation than being in your own garden. After all, a garden promotes mental health, especially when you do the gardening yourself! That’s because being outdoors and surrounded by plants helps to reduce stress. So have fun – get creative with summer bulbs. You’ll discover that it calms you down and gives you new energy. When you plant summer bulbs in the spring, they’ll be glorious that very summer. You can then create a pretty little seating area. Feel the stress slipping off your shoulders?
Tip: A small garden will do just as well. Even a balcony with plants will do the trick.
