Fall Planting Garden Bulbs

English bluebells provide blooms in shay gardens. If you have shadier conditions in your gardens, this is a wonderful choice. It is happiest under trees with part to full shade conditions.  Planting and Maintenance Information:  Plant in small groups in a meadow or in masses. Allow leaves to die down naturally and the flowers will come back year after year. Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade  Planting Depth: 3 Bulbs per Square Foot: 12 Mature Height: 8-12 Inches Bloom Time: Blooms late spring Bulb Size: 6/+ cm USDA Zone: 2-10 English Bluebells Features:  Deer Resistant Winter Hardy Fragrant 

Fritillaria’s are amazing plants. The Rubra variety or 'Fritillaria Imperialis Rubra.' was first available in 1590.  It is not often you can enjoy a plant that has been available for more than 400 years. Each variety Is unique in shape and color. The blooms will get lots of attention especially when planted in multiples! Simply plant in the full sun and enjoy the stunning blooms for weeks.  USDA Zones 3-8 Cold Hardy Full Sun Height 36" to 40" Bloom Color: Orange Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing or Mass Planting Plant 8" Deep Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 8” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 6”-10” apart. Bulbs have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring. Ships mid September to mid October. 

Glory of the Snow are a welcomed sight after a long winter. They have been wowing gardeners since 1878.  Luciliae is part of the Chionodoxa luciliae family and is named after Lucile, the wife of Swiss Botanist Pierre Edward Bossier. It is also known as Lucile's Glory of the Snow or Bossier's Glory of the Snow.  Plant them around crocuses, tulips or other bulbs and flowers that the deer, rabbits, chipmunks and other critters like to munch on as they are critter proof.  Pair them with Fritillaria Meleagris, crocuses, or snowdrops.  USDA Zones 3 – 8 Late Winter to Early Spring Bloom Duration: 2 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun  Bloom Color: Blue  We ship them starting in September  Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 4” tall Key Planting Tips Simply plant 4” deep or double the height of the bulb.  You can plant tulips or daffodils under crocuses for a layering effect. Provide a low nitrogen fertilizer when they come up in spring or make sure you add compost in the fall when you plant them to feed them with what they need to look fabulous in your landscape. 

Snowdrops help herald the return of Spring. They are very persistent and even a late snowfall will not that stop them. Often paired with crocuses. They have a slight fragrance so plant them by your walkways.  They also can be used for arrangements. After a long winter, it is nice to pick a bouquet from your own backyard.  'Woronowii' was introduced around 1810 and are practically deer and rodent proof.  Plant them around crocuses, tulips or other bulbs and flowers that the deer, rabbits, chipmunks and other critters like to munch on.  Just like crocuses, they don’t even need a flowerbed as they will be long gone when it is time to mow your lawn.  A natural technique is to take a few bulbs and just toss them in front of you – then plant where they land! USDA Zones 3 – 8 Late Winter to Early Spring Bloom Duration: 2 weeks Cold Hardy Prefers Partial Shade  Bloom Color: White Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 5” tall Key Planting Tips Simply plant 3” deep.  You can plant tulips or daffodils under crocuses for a layering effect. Unlike other bulbs that can wait a little to be planted, plant Snowdrops right away once you get them.  We ship mid September to mid October.  

Fritillaria’s are amazing plants. The Rubra variety or 'Fritillaria Imperialis Rubra.' was first available in 1587.  It is not often you can enjoy a plant that has been available for more than 400 years. Each variety Is unique in shape and color. The blooms will get lots of attention especially when planted in multiples! Simply plant in the full sun and enjoy the stunning blooms for weeks.  USDA Zones 3-8 Cold Hardy Full Sun Height 36" to 40" Bloom Color: Yellow Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing or Mass Planting Plant 8" Deep Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 8” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 6”-10” apart. Bulbs have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring. Ships mid September to mid October. 

Preorder for Fall Planting! This one is very popular and goes quick!  ‘Cherry Blossom Songl’ Bearded Iris Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 35” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October.  Photo Credit: Flickr Handle JeriSisco

‘Blackwater’ Bearded Iris - If you love dark colors, then this all black bearded iris will be for you. It is so unusal as it is a rare color in flower blossoms.  These will be gone before I start shipping in September! Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 36” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October. . 

Preorder this beauty today! It must be planted in the fall right away as the bulb is somewhat small like a crocus but is a bit more fragile. But the good news is once it’s planted, it’s hardy and wonderful!  Checkered Fritillaria are amazing plants.  They are recorded as early as 1572 for how long they have been cultivated. Grass-like foliage and a sturdy stem support a unique checkered pattern flower. Easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. They multiply naturally year after year. Planting and Maintenance Information:  Plant in groups where the unique color will get noticed. Allow foliage to die down naturally and it will come back year after year. Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade Planting Depth: 3  Bulbs per Square Foot: 12  Mature Height: 8-10 Inches  Bloom Time: Blooms mid spring  Bulb Size: 6/+cm  USDA Zone: 3-10 Checkered Lily Features:  Deer Resistant  Winter Hardy  Starts shipping in September 

‘Savannah Sunset' Bearded Iris Similar to Orange Harvest, this variety will enchant you with blooms in late spring and then again in early fall.  Reblooming Bearded Irises are a gardener’s delight. They produce gorgeous blooms twice a year! Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  Bearded Irises are extremely easy and forgiving. It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone and then again in August to September Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 33” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October.

‘Grand Canyon Sunset’ Bearded Iris - We tripled our order this year as it’s one to sell out quickly and was out 2022 and 2023 Best Selling Bearded Iris.  Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. Absolutely stunning.  The colors are gorgeous.   USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 35” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October.   Photo Credit: Flickr Handle CabanaGirl  (Denise Whitney).

‘Oui Madame’ Bearded Iris Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 38” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October. 

New Addition!  'Peggy Sue' with its pink blossoms provide you twice the show each year.  First it blooms in late spring and then again in late summer.  It is one of the few pink reblooming bearded iris and is a reliable performer.   Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 4 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 35” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October. 

‘Over Alaska’ Bearded Iris - Pre Order yours today!  Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 36” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October.  Photo Credit: Flickr Handle JeriSisco

Pre Orders for Fall Have Started! ‘Batik’ Bearded Iris Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. The color will be blue to purple with white. Enjoy watching how it evolves in your garden. Paired with late season red or pink tulips would be an amazing effect. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 36” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October. . 

‘Clarence' Bearded Iris The color blue in gardens calms a soul and invokes a sense of peace. 'Clarence' Bearded Irises, will bring that feeling to you.  Reblooming Bearded Irises are a gardener’s delight. They produce gorgeous blooms twice a year! Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  Bearded Irises are extremely easy and forgiving. It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone and then again in August to September Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 33” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October.