The best time for planting most spring flowering bulbs is Oct to Nov. Choose a period when the soil is workable, not too wet. The ideal time is late Oct. but carry on planting through Nov if you have been held up, no problem. Plant lilies in Aug. Hyacinths etc for indoor use can be planted any time.
Don't make the same mistake as most gardeners do, planting too shallow so that the bulbs interfere when planting out summer stock in borders. Plant them about 6ins deep.They'll fight their way up, and will not dry out. Don't wish the 'summer' away !
I know its still supposed to be summer, but when do I plant spring flowering bulbs?
If they bloom in the spring, plant them in the fall. That is usually when stores sell spring flowering bulbs too.
Reply:You can plant them anytime pretty much, though Autumn is usually when recommended I believe. If you plant them now they'll probably rot in the water-logged summer soil.
Reply:Fall/autumn
Reply:In the autumn.September,October are the best months.
Reply:Yes, the Autumn. The best guide as to when it is the right time is when the bulbs start appearing in the garden centre and you can usually buy them loose as in "pick and mix".
Reply:Hi, I always plant them in late October.
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