Fall Planting Garden Bulbs

Crocuses signal spring’s return. The blooms pop up even through snow and after months of winter, they may cause you to leap for joy. Plant them by your walkways or where ever you can see out a window.  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! Pickwick belongs to the C. vernus specieis of crocuses.  USDA Zones 3 – 8 Late Winter to Early Spring Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun to Partial Shade (anywhere except under conifer trees) 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 Ships mid September to mid October. Your selections will be from the recent’s summer crop.

Ard Schenk Crocus (Tommasinianus or Tommies) is a beautful white color that is bold against the soft green spring landscape. They naturalize areas very well and bring splashes of color to the bland winter landscape.    Crocuses signal spring’s return. The blooms pop up even through snow and after months of winter, they may cause you to leap for joy. Plant them by your walkways or where ever you can see out a window.  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 Full Sun to Partial Shade (anywhere except under conifer trees) Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 4” tall Key Planting Tips Simply plant 3” deep.  You can plant tulips or daffodils under crocuses for a layering effect Ships mid September to mid October. Your selections will be from the 2020 crop. 

The Ruby Giant Crocus is absoutely beatiful. The large purple blossoms are simply captivating. They naturalize areas very well and bring splashes of color to the bland winter landscape.    Crocuses signal spring’s return. The blooms pop up even through snow and after months of winter, they may cause you to leap for joy. Plant them by your walkways or where ever you can see out a window.  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 Full Sun to Partial Shade (anywhere except under conifer trees) Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 4” tall Key Planting Tips Simply plant 3” deep.  You can plant tulips or daffodils under crocuses for a layering effect Ships mid September to mid October. Your selections will be from the 2020 crop. 

Blue Pearl Crocus is one of the best performing crocuses as they are a Tommasinianus crocus or Tommies. It is not only lovely but fragrant as well. It is the winner of the Award of Garden Merit 1993 and will be a lovely addition to your garden for years to come.  Crocuses signal spring’s return. The blooms pop up even through snow and after months of winter, they may cause you to leap for joy. Plant them by your walkways or where ever you can see out a window.  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! Planting and Maintenance Information:  Early Flowering (February - March)  Perform best in sandy, well-drained soil  Bloom Duration: 3 weeks  Height: 4"  Spread: 0-1"  Planting Depth: 3"  Spacing: 2-3"  USDA Zone: 3-8  You can plant tulips or daffodils under crocuses for a layering effect   Crocus Autumn Flowering 'Sativus' Saffron  Partial Shade Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies Great for Containers, Landscaping, Naturalizing, and Beds and Borders

Dorothy Crocus, A rare crocus that is truly unique. Each corm yeilds 1 to 4 bold gold blossoms. It is another of our Tommasinianus crocus Crocuses signal spring’s return. The blooms pop up even through snow and after months of winter, they may cause you to leap for joy. Plant them by your walkways or where ever you can see out a window.  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! Planting and Maintenance Information:  Require well-drained soil  Use a general low-nitrogen fertilizer When planting Crocus bulbs, you should always place the pointed end up  Should be planted at a depth of Double the height of the bulb  Height: 4"  Spread: 0-1"  USDA Zone: 3-8  You can plant tulips or daffodils under crocuses for a layering effect  Additional Information Partial Shade Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies Great for Containers, Landscaping, Naturalizing, and Beds, and Borders

Apeldoorn Darwin Tulips are a knockout in masses or accents.  Make sure you get extras as you will love how they will look in vases.  Darwin Hybrids are a knockout in the landscape. Chances are if you see tulips in a public setting it is probably a Darwin Hybrid. They are a popular choice because of their large blossoms, the strength of the stem, resilience to bad weather, and their perennial like behavior when planted in their happy spot.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  Pinks and Yellows Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. They are from the 2020 crop.

Florists love working with Design Impression and it is so easy to see why. The color is wonderful and can be paired with so many colors while also standing alone on its own. Darwin Hybrids are a knockout in the landscape. Chances are if you see tulips in a public setting it is probably a Darwin Hybrid. They are a popular choice because of their large blossoms, the strength of the stem, resilience to bad weather, and their perennial like behavior when planted in their happy spot.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  Pink hues Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. They are from the 2020 crop.

Hakuun Tulips are beautiful and graceful. When massed together, they help to bring out the best of any other flowers in that same bed and at the same time, are elegant enough to stand alone on their own.  Darwin Hybrids are a knockout in the landscape. Chances are if you see tulips in a public setting it is probably a Darwin Hybrid. They are a popular choice because of their large blossoms, the strength of the stem, resilience to bad weather, and their perennial like behavior when planted in their happy spot.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  White Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. They are from the 2020 crop.

Lalibela Tulip is your classic Valentine's tulip.  It's tight red petals create a beautiful blossom that will last for days in your bouquets. Darwin Hybrids are a knockout in the landscape. Chances are if you see tulips in a public setting it is probably a Darwin Hybrid. They are a popular choice because of their large blossoms, the strength of the stem, resilience to bad weather, and their perennial like behavior when planted in their happy spot.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  Red Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. Check out all of our tulip offerings at Tulips (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Novi Sun Tulips are bright and bold in any garden. Each tulip bulb will burst into a giant yellow blossom, helping to make your garden come alive! Darwin Hybrids are a knockout in the landscape. Chances are if you see tulips in a public setting it is probably a Darwin Hybrid. They are a popular choice because of their large blossoms, the strength of the stem, resilience to bad weather, and their perennial like behavior when planted in their happy spot.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  Yellow Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. Check out all of our tulips at Tulips (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Olympic Flame Tulips - The blossom is yellow with red highlights at the base and center of each petal, thus making it look like a flame.  Darwin Hybrids are a knockout in the landscape. Chances are if you see tulips in a public setting it is probably a Darwin Hybrid. They are a popular choice because of their large blossoms, the strength of the stem, resilience to bad weather, and their perennial like behavior when planted in their happy spot.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  Yellow and Red Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. They are from the 2020 crop.

Parade Tulips are such a wonderful accent in the garden or in vases. The blossoms are beautiful not just for their color but their shape. Place these in a prominent place in your garden so you can enjoy them often.  Darwin Hybrids are a knockout in the landscape. Chances are if you see tulips in a public setting it is probably a Darwin Hybrid. They are a popular choice because of their large blossoms, the strength of the stem, resilience to bad weather, and their perennial like behavior when planted in their happy spot.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  Red Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. They are from the 2020 crop.

Darwin Hybrids are a knockout in the landscape. Chances are if you see tulips in a public setting it is probably a Darwin Hybrid. They are a popular choice because of their large blossoms, the strength of the stem, resilience to bad weather, and their perennial like behavior when planted in their happy spot.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  Pink Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. They are from the 2020 crop.

Salmon Impressions dazzle with heir quiet beauty.  Mass these together with grape hyacinths for a dazzling spring display.  Darwin Hybrids are a knockout in the landscape. Chances are if you see tulips in a public setting it is probably a Darwin Hybrid. They are a popular choice because of their large blossoms, the strength of the stem, resilience to bad weather, and their perennial like behavior when planted in their happy spot.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  Salmon Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. They are from the 2020 crop.

Van Eijk - Darwin Hybrid Tulip. They weather the storms spring can be known for and shine through.  Their strong stems make them ideal for landscapes or for your bouquets.   Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid Late-season flowering (March - May depending on location) Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color:  Pink Additional Information Great for Mass Planting, Cut Gardens 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips 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. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. They are from the 2020 crop.