Most bulbs require a period of cold temperatures to initiate growth and bloom in the spring. Tulips, daffodils, iris, crocus and lilies all fall under this category. Tender bulbs cannot survive winter ...

Now that it's time to think about planting root crops, you might want to grow every kind of onion or other allium that strikes your fancy. But don't spend all your time growing storage onions that you ...

Ornamental allium bulbs should be planted in the fall after the first frost. Learn how to plant and care for allium bulbs.

Key Points Plant allium bulbs in the fall, around the first frost but before the ground freezes, to give them the chilling period they need for strong spring blooms.Choose a sunny, well-draining spot ...

Greatness may best be evaluated not by natural talent or achievement or an applause meter, but by the response to adversity. The greatness of plants is thus demonstrated since many of them can be cut ...

Fall is the time to plant spring-blooming bulbs, so that when the snow melts and warm weather returns, your yard will be an abundance of color and texture. Though it may seem difficult, planting bulbs ...

Photo: cjp/E+ via Getty Images. No matter the season, companion planting can help your garden thrive. This popular strategy involves growing certain plants together that mutually benefit one another.

Whether for cut flowers or to add a pop of color, bulbs are an easy, low-maintenance garden addition. Flowering bulbs come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors; fit into most landscapes; and ...