As the leaves start to fall, fall bulb planting promises a burst of color come spring. But timing is everything. If the air is getting crisp, you may be running out of time. Many gardeners assume they can plant bulbs right up until the ground freezes, but late planting often dooms bulbs before they ever bloom. Cold, soggy soil, insufficient root time, and unpredictable weather can sabotage even high-quality bulbs. So, what do bulbs actually need? Here we’ll discuss how to successfully plant your bulbs and when to do it.
