As soon as the winter snows start to melt, the crocus start to bloom. These bulbs are some of the earliest blooming bulbs around and their little flowers are always a welcome addition after a long, cold winter. If you want to have flowers blooming before the last of the snow even melts from your yard, plant crocus now. They are easy to plant and will definitely reward your efforts with some delicate and beautiful purple or yellow blooms come spring.

Fall is the best time to plant crocus for spring blooming. Crocuses are actually grown from corms, which are very similar to bulbs. Select corms that are firm and free from mold and disease. Remember that the best corms are purchased fresh in the fall. Do not select old or bargain ones since these may not grow and will leave you disappointed come spring.

Plant crocus before the ground freezes in the fall. They aren’t planted very deep in the soil. Dig holes that are about 3 inches deep and place in the corm with the flat or root side down and the pointed side up. Cover the corms with soil and water thoroughly. If you desire, you can top the soil with mulch, but be careful not to make it too thick. The crocus plants need to be able to find their way to the sunlight quickly once spring arrives.

Crocuses need quite a bit of sunlight, at least 6 hours each day. Since these will likely be the first blooms in your garden, try to plant them somewhere noticeable so that you will be sure to notice when they spring up. They need to be planted in an area with good drainage as well.
If planted properly, you will be delighted in the spring when your little crocus plants showcase their beautiful and early blooms. These small plants should be a must for any spring garden.

Bulbs are best planted in the fall for a springtime floral showing. If you want beautiful tulip, daffodil or crocus blooms in the spring, now is the perfect time to get planting. Here are some helpful tips for your fall bulb planting.

Remember Tender Bulbs Shouldn’t be Planted Until Spring

While fall is the ideal time to plant most bulbs, this isn’t the case in every situation. If you are going to plant any tender bulbs for next year – wait. If you plant them now, the freezing ground and harsh winter will destroy them and cause them to crack. Some common examples of tender bulbs include: begonias, calla lilies, freesias, and gladiolas. If you live in freezing climates, wait to plant these bulbs until the ground thaws. Additionally, each year they will need to be dug up and wintered where they won’t freeze.

Fall Varieties: Plant Before the Ground Freezes

Bulbs need freezing cold weather to grow. You need to plant your bulbs in the fall before the ground freezes. If you are late and plant your bulbs in the spring, they won’t receive that cold freeze that they need to sprout. If your bulbs don’t freeze, they won’t grow properly. Make sure that you plant them well before winter hits.

Follow Directions

If is also important to remember that different bulbs need different care when planting. If you are planting bulbs that you are unfamiliar with, read the instructions or research until you know how to plant them properly. Proper planting will ensure proper growing. If you want beautiful flowers in the spring, make sure you follow directions now.

Bulbs are often so easy to grow and will truly make for a beautiful flower garden in the spring. Right now is the best time to plant, so if you want daffodils in the spring, get planting your bulbs right now.