Ultimate Spring Flower Guide: Which Spring Flowers Do You Need?

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Spring is probably most known for spring break parties, graduation celebrations, and cleaning. When everything seems so alive, even those of us who hibernate all winter long opt to stay up dancing until dawn. Spring offers that perfect weather for rejuvenation and for feeling alive—-and green returns to the trees and flowers finally begin to bloom. While there are many activities that you can do during spring, planting flowers, fruits and vegetables are also one of the best things you can do. Take advantage of the perfect weather, the generous amount of sun you can get, and the perfect condition of some plants and flowers to get produce that is of the highest quality.

If you will be planning any planting this spring, here are some suggestions to make planting as pleasurable and productive as possible. For instance, there are certain plants that will simply not grow during this season or some that even if they do live, will not be at their best and freshest condition. In order to get the best results, you should consider choosing plants that grow well during this season. Here are some suggestions on plants and flowers that you can grow during the spring.

Plants to Grow in the Spring

Eggplants are at their best quality when produced in spring. Expect to smell the fragrant scent of sweet pea and herbs such as basil and rosemary, as they are also produced best with this kind of weather. Place them in your kitchen and create your own eggplant parmesan produced with ingredients from your very own garden. These plants do not take much space in your garden but the harvest will truly be bountiful. Tomatoes will be a bountiful harvest when you plant them during spring. These plump fruits can also make your garden look beautiful.

Cherry blossoms, roses, and orchids are beautiful plants that also grow best during spring. Line your garden with these flowers and you can expect to see landscaping that will truly be inspiring. Or you can get the roses and orchids and place them as décor inside your home. Whether planted ones or ones picked as décor, they will be able to retain their freshness more than the same flowers produced from another season. Peonies, tulips, and dahlias can also be planted during spring. If you want to learn how to plant osiria rose and how to take care of them we covered that as well.

Planting can be a great therapeutic experience and a stress releaser as well. Having plants around is good for the atmosphere as they release oxygen which helps us breathe easier. The flowers and produce that you will get will be useful as well – whether in the kitchen as a source of food or in the living room for decoration. Choosing the right plants and flowers for the season is crucial because to choose the right ones means there is minimal maintenance on your part and the produce will be fresh and of good quality. You can grow these plants year after year and expect the same results. Beautiful flowers can be used as décor and fresh fruits and herbs can be used in the kitchen. Make the most out of the season and make spring be the best time to make use and maximize your garden.

Growing Flowering Bulbs in Spring (That Were Planted in Fall)

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For experienced gardeners, or at least for the ones that have been doing this for a while, there is a big difference between flower bulbs and flower seeds, and I am not talking about looks only. The results are exactly the same with each method and in this article, I will try to explain why you will be able to enjoy faster and better results with your gardening. In order to explain the difference, we should first look at each other’s definition. Flower seeds are characterized as a small embryonic plant which is covered by a seed coat. It usually has some food stored inside, which will help it grow. The coat of the seed is very hard and is meant to protect what will later become the beautiful flower we enjoy looking at. Spring season brings colorful flowers, chirping birds, and warmth which makes the entire atmosphere vibrant and cheerful. If you want a colorful display of flowers in your garden during spring then you can plant bulbs. Autumn is the perfect time to plant flowering bulbs that produce beautiful flowers during the spring season.

There are many varieties of flowering bulbs that can be planted in the flower beds or garden borders. The most natural effect comes from plants growing in clumps so you can plant several bulbs in the flower bed at the same time. This will ensure that they bloom together in spring covering the flower bed in beholding glory.

Buying Flower Bulbs

When buying bulbs ensure they are healthy and do not have any growth of mold on them. Soft or damaged bulbs should be avoided as they might not thrive and die eventually. Prepare the soil and make it rich by putting organic matter or compost. Remove the weeds from the area so that they do not compete with the planted bulbs for essential nutrients. The flowering bulbs need well-drained soil and they tend to rot in damp and excessive moist areas so it important to choose the location wisely.

Planting Flower Bulbs

Once the soil has been prepared you can plant the bulbs keeping the pointed side to face upwards. It is advisable to put plant markers where you have planted the bulbs so that you know the exact location. You can plant different varieties together and match them up to create a beautiful color contrast during bloom. Some gardeners practice the method of dropping the bulbs from waist height to save time and attain a natural effect.

Cover the flower bed with mulch so that the temperature is maintained and no severe damage is caused to the bulbs during the winter season. You will have to remove the mulch as soon as the shoots start to appear otherwise the growth will be delayed. The plants will be in full bloom during spring and they will cover your flower beds with astonishing colors. After the bloom, foliage will start turning yellow and will die eventually. Allow the leaves to dry and die back naturally instead of removing them from the plants. The dried leaves on the plant might look unappealing but you can camouflage it and divert the attention by planting bulbs with ground covers and other perennials that remain in bloom during that time.

Types of Flower Bulbs

Some of the amazing flowering bulbs that you can plant in your garden this season are Daffodil, Tulip, Iris, Snowdrop, Hyacinth, Narcissus, Spring Beauty and Crocus. All of these plants bear strikingly beautiful and dainty flowers that no one can help but notice. You can grow them in your home garden and enjoy the results of your labor in the spring season when all the plants will be in full bloom.

Growing spring bulbs in the Rocky Mountain region of the United States is easy. They love our cool springs and dry summers and are one of the most xeric and hardy plants in the landscape! Now is the time to plant these gems for early to mid spring flower power. Most want to be planted four to six inches deep into the soil with the tip end pointed to the sky. One can literally choose from tens of thousands of different cultivars and hybrids, just be sure they are USDA hardiness zone 4 or lower.

But this article isn’t just about growing bulbs, it’s about their unique place in the world’s history of civilization, I already mentioned they are easy for you to grow.

A seed can be harvested from any plant. It can be found inside the fruit or the flower, no matter what plant you choose. You can use the seeds you harvested to grow others like it if you follow the same process as you did in the beginning.

Flower bulbs, on the other hand, are very different. They can be characterized as an organ for storage. It has fleshy scales wrapped around each other that store food for the core of the bulb, which will later grow into the plant or flower.

But what is the main difference between these two? First and foremost, the speed of the results is very different. If you would plant seeds in the ground waiting for the beautiful flowers to come to life in your garden, the time it takes for the results to show can be anywhere between five to seven years. This is a very long time and the results are not guaranteed.

When it comes to garden bulbs, the results can be enjoyed the very next year. You can have a beautiful garden full of your favorite flowers with just a season going by, thus eliminating anywhere between four to six years off the process.

When you plant your garden, you would like to see the end result sooner rather than later. Why would you choose a method that takes a very long time, when you can benefit from the same results the next seasons with the proper choice of garden bulbs?

Choosing the Right Flower Bulbs

The choices of flower bulbs should be according to the garden you wish to have. A spring garden requires planting flower bulbs like tulips or narcissus in autumn, whereas autumn gardens require begonias or calla lilies to be planted in the spring.

Choosing the right garden bulbs will also play an important role in the end result. You can choose a wide variety of flowers to be a part of your garden. If you are a fan of a single flower, plant it all over the garden, but the more variety your garden has, the better it will look.

For those who live in the warm southern part of the USA, fall is the main season for planting almost everything. For those who live in the 4-seasons regions, fall is the ideal time to plant spring-flowering bulbs, fruit trees, and some perennials.

In the early ’80s, the gardening industry initiated a campaign called “Fall is for Planting.” While some folks saw this as simply a publicity stunt to help nurseries sell surplus stock at the end of the growing season, there are good reasons to consider planting certain things in the fall.

Plant in the Fall to Bloom in Spring

Soil Temperatures are Warmer

In the Middle Atlantic States, soil temperatures are warmer on November 15th than they are on April 15th. This explains why trees, bulbs, and some perennials can establish healthy root systems even though the ambient air temperature may not feel like “the growing season.”

The Soil Usually Isn’t as Muddy

April showers result in muddier soils that stay muddy longer. Late summer and early fall rains usually don’t result in muddy soil that lasts more than a few days. So, the soil is easier to till in the fall.

Planting Bulbs in the Fall to Bloom in Spring

Spring-flowering bulbs, like Tulips, Daffodils, and Hyacinths must be planted in the fall. Some have had success with tulips and daffodils planted as late as Thanksgiving weekend in the Northeast region, it’s recommended that you plant them earlier … at least 6 weeks before the ground is likely to start freezing.

You can plant bulbs in wide rows along walkways, in mass plantings around the foundation of your home, or in their own garden space in the middle of your lawn. Spring flowering bulbs can provide a dazzling display of color after a gray winter. See the article on Planting a Bulb Garden.

Fruit, Nut, and Ornamental Trees

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Fall is an ideal time to plant fruit, nut, and ornamental trees. The warm soil temperature will enable them to establish a good root system prior to winter dormancy. As previously mentioned, the soil is usually easier to work in the fall. Planting fruit trees in the fall … vs. planting the next spring … will give you a head start on fruit production. You can purchase a wonderful variety of high-quality bare-root fruit trees from the USA’s leading gardening catalogs. Use a tiller, like the Mantis Tiller, to quickly create the right size planting hole for your new tree. Here’s an article on tree planting made easier. For bare-root fruit trees, a hole 2 feet in diameter and 18 to 24″ deep will usually be sufficient.

Dividing Daylilies

While the emphasis of this blog has been about bulbs and trees, fall is also an ideal time to divide daylilies. If you have large daylilies that are several years old, chances are good that you can increase flower production by dividing them and creating additional plantings. If the center of your daylilies has “thin” foliage and produces few flower stalks, it’s time to divide them.

At the point when planting any knobs like tulips or daffodils, plant the globules 10 cm (4in) profound and 10cm (4in) separated. Water the knobs when the buds are ascending to empower extensive blossoms and taller stems. Continuously beat dress globules in harvest time subsequent to planting. For long haul show, hold up until the foliage has vanished before reducing. Additionally be careful with slugs, they totally cherish tulips!

The knobs develop well in a ripe, sandy soil and in a sunny area. Tulips get a kick out of the chance to be planted before the main ice or amid the fall and as late as November. They require an icy climate to root. On the off chance that you do develop them in compartments, you should not neglect to water them amid the early spring when you may get dry, warm climate, or else the globules will dry out and all that diligent work will be gone to squander.

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If you love tulips than a visit to Keukenhof, is the place to go, where from March to May, about six million tulips will bloom. Since 1949, the Dutch bulb growers put on a display of all varieties and colors of tulips among sculpture exhibitions and other permanent garden displays. People travel from all over the world just to see the array of tulips in Holland. It is a breathtaking site and a must for all tulip lovers.

Bulbs can be classified into two groups: the hardy kinds, to be planted in fall; and the tender kinds, to be planted in spring.

Fall-Planted Bulbs:

The fall-planted bulbs are of two groups: the early spring bloomers, such as crocus, tulip, hyacinth, narcissus, snowdrop; and the ones that bloom in summer, such as lilies. The treatments of the two groups are so comparable that they may be discussed collectively.

All these bulbs may be planted as soon as they are mature; but in practice, they are held till late September or October before they are planted, as nothing is gained by planting sooner, and, moreover, the ground is usually not ready to receive them until older plantings are removed.

These bulbs are planted in the fall (1) because they keep better in the ground than when stored; (2) because they will get a small start in the winter and fall and be ready for the first heat of spring; (3) and because it is usually not possible to get on the ground early enough in spring to plant them with much hope of success for that season.

The bulbs are dormant until spring, so far as appearances go; they are mulched to guarantee that they will not start growing in warm weather of winter or fall and to protect the ground from heaving.

To secure excellent bulbs and of the sought after varieties, place the order early. For flower gardens, the large and mature bulbs should be secured; for colonizing in shrubbery or on the lawn, the smaller sizes may be sufficient. Take a firm stand that your bulbs shall be first class, for there is a wide difference in the quality; even with the best of treatment, fantastic results cannot be achieved from poor bulbs.

Planting Tulips in Your Garden

If you are planting the tulips along with the other flower bulbs, the best idea is to plant them before planting tulips so that the tulip bulb doesn’t get damaged. Tulips grow well in the sandy type of soil. Sandy soil provides good drainage that is essential for good flowering. For better results, plant the bulbs in October or November. The depth of planting tulip should be three times the length of the bulb.

Tulip is a disease resistant plant. However, it can be affected by “Tulip Fire” disease that results in the deformed or stunted plant. When you are growing the tulips, make sure that you keep a sufficient gap between two bulbs. Overcrowding can also cause a problem in your garden. After the completion of the flowering season, it is good to shed off the leaves of the tulip to offer it a resting period. But the best way is to let the leaves die off naturally.

When you are planting the tulips, it is important to plant them 6-8 inches deep in the soil. Keep the soil moist by adding water regularly after planting. Do not water-log the area. Tulips require cool conditions for blooming. The pre-cooled bulbs are available for winter planting and they must be considered as annuals and replaced yearly.

Tulips make an excellent cut flower. They generally last for a week. When you are using them in a bouquet, add little sugar to the water to prolong the life of the flowers. Planting the beautiful tulips with varied colors in your garden will make your garden look attractive and beautiful.

Azalea

The Azalea plant belongs to the genus Rhodendron, but in actual the difference between Rhodendrons and Azaleas is minimal, but they do differ in size and bloom growth. Azalea plants form one bloom from each stem. They come in various beautiful spring colors such as white, red, pink and crimson. There exist both evergreen and deciduous plants, although the former is more characteristic of the Rhodendron and the latter of the Azalea plant.

Birds of Paradise

This plant is known as Bird of Paradise and produces a mysterious exotic flower with beautiful vibrant colors such as orange, yellow, blue and white. They bloom from September through May and are native to South Africa. It got its name ‘Birds of Paradise’ from its appearance since it looks like a bird in flight. Today, the Birds of Paradise are used in tropical bouquets and to enhance the landscape.

Begonia

Available in a wide range of colors, the begonia is very common as a houseplant. They grow large blooms with showy petals, available in red, yellow, pink or white.

Crocus

A typical spring flower, the crocus is one of the first spring plants. Its blooms are available in yellow, lilac, purple, saffron and white. Symbolically, the crocus represents youth and cheerfulness. The word Crocus means Saffron in Latin, and when dried, the style of this plant was used as a spice.

Daffodils

This is a very common flower and absolutely a favorite amongst gardeners. It has a special place in the English countryside but is cultivated worldwide. Daffodils are also referred to as Narcissus, a Greek god who fell in love with his own reflection, whose fate was sealed by the other gods turning him into a flower.

Freesia

Also a popular gardening plant, it has an elegant shape and is long-lasting when placed in a vase, so it is very common to send as a gift or to place in an arrangement to decorate the home. It is native to South Africa and is grown as a cut flower worldwide. It can be available in a wide shade of colours, including red, pink, orange and other beautiful spring colours.

Grass Planting in the Spring

With snow still on the ground and solidifying temperatures, it is difficult to begin considering your spring and summer field grass planting arranges. However, this is the ideal time to begin setting up your eating and pastures for an opportunity to create a rich harvest.
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Regardless of on the off chance that you raise cows, sheep, goats, natural life, or drain dairy animals there are many field grass seed blends accessible. You ought to search for demonstrated ryegrasses with high sugar save which make for rich, thick fields that withstand dry summers and chilly winters. They additionally give additional vitality for fast re-development subsequent to brushing and group out weeds. Above all, high sugar grasses are demonstrated to expand domesticated animals yields. That is more drain, beefier dairy cattle, and bigger sheep and goats. On the off chance that you are hoping to draw in deer and other diversions to your sustenance plot grasses, search for the mixes composed in light of this.

Landscaping for the Spring

With warm weather right around the corner, its time to start thinking about beautifying your home landscaping and garden for the coming seasons. There are a variety of ways to make your house aesthetically appealing with ease of a completely low maintenance and durable look that will last season after season. Replanting your lawn, garden, and foliage each year is costly and time consuming, but thankfully there are a few products that eliminate these hassles and will naturally beautify your home for years to come.

To add even more natural elegance to your yard and also attract some of the most graceful animals around, the Hummingbird Vine is the perfect addition to your home. This vibrant vine grows and thrives in any condition and attracts hummingbirds with is colorful and radiant trumpet blooms. Not only will it create it’s only natural beauty, but your yard will be alive with life. This vine also grows rapidly as a standalone plant or it will vine upwards when next to buildings. It is also strong enough to survive cold winters and is the perfect option to round out the new colorful, yet low maintenance, look of your home!

Finally, wouldn’t it also be nice to have hardy flowering trees on your property as well? The Empress Royal Paulownia Tree is one of the world’s fastest growing trees and also one of the most beautiful. This tree emanates smells of gardenia and Jasmine, can grow in almost any climate and is highly drought resistant. Not only that, but it will live on for many years, continuing to provide beauty and privacy. This fast grower reaches its full height of 60ft within the first three years.

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