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Little Bulbs in the Garden

By gemini_sage
March 31, 2015

The bulb catalogs have started arriving! And what a smart move, as we're all seeing those heralds of spring popping up with the melting of the snow. Usually, it's the big, bold blossoms that catch our eyes; the Tulips, Daffodils, and Hyacinths are what most of us think of when we think of spring bulbs. But don't overlook the diminutive little guys that, when planted thoughtfully, can provide stunning visual impact.

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Mar 30, 2015 6:15 PM CST
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Name: Rita
North Shore, Long Island, NY
Zone 6B
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Really great article pointing out the joys of the smaller spring blooms. And by the time early spring comes around we are all in need of a colorful and early spring show.
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Mar 30, 2015 6:21 PM CST
Name: Neal Linville
Winchester, KY (Zone 6a)
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Thanks, Rita. Your Crocus photos today came just at the right time!
"...and don't think the garden loses its ecstasy in winter. It's quiet, but the roots are down there riotous." Rumi
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Mar 30, 2015 6:23 PM CST
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Name: Rita
North Shore, Long Island, NY
Zone 6B
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I was just thinking that my crocus are blooming at the right time for Spring Bulbs Week. Big Grin
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Mar 30, 2015 6:25 PM CST
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Name: Rita
North Shore, Long Island, NY
Zone 6B
Charter ATP Member Seed Starter Tomato Heads I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Vegetable Grower Lover of wildlife (Raccoon badge)
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Oh and I just ADORE your picture of those Crocus sieberi 'Firefly'. nodding I tip my hat to you.
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Mar 30, 2015 6:29 PM CST
Name: Neal Linville
Winchester, KY (Zone 6a)
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I couldn't believe how many blooms were squeezed into that clump! Those and a couple of other really crowded clumps will get divided this year. I love spreading them around and seeing a bigger impact next year.
"...and don't think the garden loses its ecstasy in winter. It's quiet, but the roots are down there riotous." Rumi
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Mar 30, 2015 6:47 PM CST
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Name: Rita
North Shore, Long Island, NY
Zone 6B
Charter ATP Member Seed Starter Tomato Heads I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Vegetable Grower Lover of wildlife (Raccoon badge)
Birds Garden Ideas: Master Level Butterflies Celebrating Gardening: 2015 Roses Photo Contest Winner: 2016
I don't have Firefly. That picture really makes me think I need to get some for my garden!
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Mar 30, 2015 8:01 PM CST
Name: Marilyn
Kentucky (Zone 6a)
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Newyorkrita said:Really great article pointing out the joys of the smaller spring blooms. And by the time early spring comes around we are all in need of a colorful and early spring show.


I agree Thumbs up
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Hummingbirds are beautiful flying jewels in the garden!


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Mar 30, 2015 8:38 PM CST
Name: Dirt
(Zone 5b)
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Hurray! for little spring bulbs Lovey dubby
Someday I'll have puddles and rivulets that may become drifts Smiling
Firefly is indeed cute! I'll have to look for that one.

Congratulations Rita! I am soooo very glad that spring is finally coming your way nodding
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Apr 2, 2015 11:07 AM CST
Name: Bonnie Sojourner
Harris Brake Lake, Arkansas (Zone 7a)
Magnolia zone
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I just read this article by Neal and when I got to the end I realized I was not ready to stop reading about these beautiful little bulbs and his plans for growing them. Great article, Neal. Thank you for sharing.
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Apr 2, 2015 11:18 AM CST
Name: Neal Linville
Winchester, KY (Zone 6a)
Bulbs Charter ATP Member Cottage Gardener I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Irises Roses
Celebrating Gardening: 2015 Garden Ideas: Level 2
Thanks Bonnie! That was a fun outlet for my enthusiasm, LOL!
"...and don't think the garden loses its ecstasy in winter. It's quiet, but the roots are down there riotous." Rumi
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