Spring-Blooming Bulbs for Fall PlantingNursery stock may vary. |
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Anemone: Sun or light shade; blooms in early spring, so this one is perfect to include for that early spring flower show. There are many varieties with vivid colors available. |
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Crocus: Sun lover; this flower is the “herald of spring.” Blooms late winter, early spring. Crocus will naturalize. |
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Freesia: Sun lover; blooms in spring into summer. There are many hybrids available in a wide range of colors. |
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Hyacinthus: Sun or part shade; blooms in late winter, early spring together with the crocus and snowdrops. The hyacinth is very fragrant and comes in many colors including blue, yellow and white. |
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Iris: Sun lover. There are two types of iris--rhizome and bulb. Examples of the rhizome type are the bearded iris, Siberian iris and Japanese iris. These are early through mid-summer bloomers. Examples of the bulb type are Dutch and Spanish irises, blooming in early to mid-summer. |
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Leucojum (Snowflake): Part shade; blooms in early spring at the same time as Galanthus Snowdrops. Snowflake resembles Snowdrops. It has bell-shaped pendulous white flowers. |
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Muscari (Grape Hyacinth): Sun lover; blooms early to mid-spring. A very popular spring bloomer and looks the best when planted in large groups instead of a few individually. |
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Narcissus (Daffodil): Sun to part shade. Narcissus is one of the most popular bulbs defining the arrival of spring. Many varieties are available. |
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Ranunculus: Sun lover; blooms in late spring into early summer. Ranunculus flowers are in bright and vibrant colors, single and double forms. |
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Scilla: Sun to part shade; blooms early to mid- spring. Scilla flowers can be pale blue, white and purple pink. |
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Sparaxis: Sun lover; blooms spring into summer. Sparaxis flowers are star-shaped and available in a wide range of colors. |
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Tulip: Sun lover; flowering time depends upon variety grown. This is an enormous group of over 100 species. Tulips come in many brilliant colors, sizes and flower forms. |
