{"id":42539,"date":"2025-11-07T18:41:49","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T18:41:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=42539"},"modified":"2026-11-05T16:57:15","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T16:57:15","slug":"best-bulbs-to-plant-fall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bulbs-to-plant-fall\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Bulbs to Plant in Fall"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 <strong>Plant cold-loving classics:<\/strong> Daffodils, tulips, crocuses, hyacinths, and alliums are the best fall bulbs for most regions because they need cold winters to bloom.<br>\u2022 <strong>Adapt in warm zones:<\/strong> Gardeners in warm zones can pre-chill tulips and hyacinths or choose heat-tolerant bulbs like Dutch iris and anemones.<br>\u2022 <strong>Plant deep, point up:<\/strong> Plant most bulbs 2 to 3 times as deep as the bulb is tall, pointed end up, before the ground freezes.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best bulbs to plant in fall are daffodils, tulips, crocuses, hyacinths, and alliums for most regions. These spring-flowering bulbs need cold winter temperatures to bloom properly. Plant them 6-8 weeks before the first hard freeze for spectacular spring color.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I consulted horticulture experts from Michigan State University Extension and Alabama Cooperative Extension System, along with other Extension resources, to find the 10 best bulbs for fall planting.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can always turn to a <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/gardener\">professional gardener<\/a> as well. Picturing dozens of holes in cold, heavy soil?<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-6dccbbdc-f648-4a75-a1fe-a23bacf6b4ad\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">In this article:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bulbs-to-plant-fall\/#0-10-best-bulbs-to-plant-in-fall\" style=\"\">10 best bulbs to plant in fall<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bulbs-to-plant-fall\/#11-how-to-plant-fall-bulbs\" style=\"\">How to plant fall bulbs<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bulbs-to-plant-fall\/#16-faqs\" style=\"\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 id=\"0-10-best-bulbs-to-plant-in-fall\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"10-best-bulbs-to-plant-in-fall\">10 best bulbs to plant in fall<\/span><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Toxicity warning:<\/strong> Most spring-flowering bulbs, including their leaves and flowers, are toxic to cats, dogs, horses, and people if eaten. Grape hyacinths are a pet-friendly exception. If pets or kids play in your yard, these <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/design-ideas-for-your-wildflower-garden\/\">wildflower garden ideas<\/a> offer spring color from plants that are generally safer.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each pick below includes a zone-by-zone performance table, so check your <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/plant-hardiness-zones-and-your-yard\/\">plant hardiness zone<\/a> before you shop.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best picks by situation:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Deer and rabbits:<\/strong> Daffodils, hyacinths, and alliums<\/li>    <li><strong>Pets and kids:<\/strong> Grape hyacinths<\/li>    <li><strong>Deep shade:<\/strong> Snowdrops<\/li>    <li><strong>Heavy clay or wet spots:<\/strong> Camassia<\/li>    <li><strong>Earliest color:<\/strong> Crocuses and snowdrops<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 id=\"1-1-daffodils-%E2%80%93-best-choice-for-all-regions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"1-daffodils-best-choice-for-all-regions\">1. Daffodils \u2013 Best choice for all regions<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/daffodil.jpg\" alt=\"Yellow daffodils in full bloom\" class=\"wp-image-42541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/daffodil.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/daffodil-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/daffodil-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/daffodil-610x407.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yellow daffodils in full bloom. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pxhere.com\/en\/photo\/888861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pxhere<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lindsay Kerr, consumer horticulture educator at Michigan State University, recommends daffodils because they are hardy, reliable spring bulbs for gardeners at all skill levels.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cDeer and rabbits tend to leave them alone, and they reliably return year after year, often multiplying to form larger colonies over time,\u201d Kerr says. \u201cDaffodils are famously tough and long-lived, so much so that they often mark abandoned homesites and cemeteries.\u201d<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-5)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Plant and forget. All varieties work.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (6-7)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Choose early, mid, and late varieties for months of blooms.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Zones (8-9)<\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Use clustered, fragrant tazetta types like \u2018Geranium\u2019 or \u2018Avalanche\u2019. No pre-chilling needed.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Very Warm (10)<\/td><td>Fair<\/td><td>California: any variety. Florida and the Deep South: miniature or tazetta types only.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Daffodils need steady water while growing in spring but dry soil during their summer rest. Growers sort them into 13 flower-shape groups, called divisions, with more than 32,000 named varieties, including gardenia-scented, pink, miniature, and ruffled types.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"2-2-tulips-%E2%80%93-most-popular-spring-bulb\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"2-tulips-most-popular-spring-bulb\">2. Tulips \u2013 Most popular spring bulb<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Tulip.jpg\" alt=\"Pink tulips in a garden\" class=\"wp-image-42543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Tulip.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Tulip-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Tulip-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Tulip-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tulips come in all colors and shapes. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pxhere.com\/en\/photo\/1605889\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pxhere<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tulips offer the widest range of bold colors and shapes, from classic single cups to fringed and parrot types, but they come back reliably only in zones 3 to 7. Deer and squirrels love them, too.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cTulips are always a popular bulb, but be prepared to treat them as an annual,\u201d says Makahla Holloway, home horticulture extension agent at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aces.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alabama Cooperative Extension System<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Holloway adds, \u201cAlabama winters are not cold enough for tulips to rebloom. For best results, buy pre-chilled tulip bulbs and plant in mid-late December.\u201d<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-5)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Reliably perennial with deep planting.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (6-7)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Plant 8 inches deep for longevity.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Zones (8-10)<\/td><td>Challenging<\/td><td>Pre-chill for 10-14 weeks in the fridge. Even then, treat them as annuals.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plant tulips in groups of 20 or more, spaced 4 to 6 inches apart, for the best visual interest in the landscape. Surround tulips with daffodil bulbs, grape hyacinth, crown imperials, and alliums to protect them from <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-deal-with-nuisance-squirrels\/\">nuisance squirrels<\/a> and chipmunks that consider tulip bulbs tasty snacks.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"3-3-crocuses-%E2%80%93-earliest-spring-blooms\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"3-crocuses-earliest-spring-blooms\">3. Crocuses \u2013 Earliest spring blooms<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/crocus-1.jpg\" alt=\"Yellow crocuses blooming in snow\" class=\"wp-image-42545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/crocus-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/crocus-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/crocus-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/crocus-1-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Crocuses will often pop through snow in February and March. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/nature-flower-plant-season-crocus-3243718\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crocuses are usually the first spring bulbs to bloom, often pushing through snow. Their compact size suits lawns, rock gardens, and mass plantings, and more than a dozen species bloom in fall and winter instead of spring.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crocuses range from snow crocuses to giant Dutch varieties, all 2-4 inches tall, in blues, oranges, pinks, purples, reds, and yellows. Their February and March blooms provide crucial early food for bees.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-5)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Pop through snow. Naturalize in lawns.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (6-7)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Multiply rapidly. Earliest color.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Zones (8-9)<\/td><td>Challenging<\/td><td>Choose only snow crocus (<em>Crocus chrysanthus<\/em>) varieties.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Very Warm (10)<\/td><td>Skip<\/td><td>Won&#8217;t bloom reliably. Try anemones or Dutch iris.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crocuses like damp soil in spring and fall but a dry, warm spot in summer, and since squirrels and voles dig for them, tuck them among daffodils.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plant them once soil temperatures drop below 60 degrees, in groups of 20-30 bulbs for the best show.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"4-4-hyacinths-%E2%80%93-most-fragrant\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"4-hyacinths-most-fragrant\">4. Hyacinths \u2013 Most fragrant<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Hyacinth.jpg\" alt=\"Purple-blue hyacinth flowers blooming\" class=\"wp-image-42546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Hyacinth.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Hyacinth-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Hyacinth-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Hyacinth-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Hyacinth-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hyacinth flowers are highly fragrant. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pxhere.com\/en\/photo\/1257060\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pxhere<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hyacinths are the most fragrant bulb on this list, and their thick flower clusters, available in many colors, hold their shape as long-lasting cut flowers. Their sap can irritate skin, so wear gloves when cutting stems and wash your hands afterward.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Holloway says, \u201cFor deer resistance, I would recommend daffodils because of their strong scent and bitter taste, and Hyacinths for their strong fragrance. Hyacinths are also toxic to many animals, so deer tend to avoid them.\u201d<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-5)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Highly fragrant. Reliably perennial.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (6-7)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Perfect conditions for repeat blooming.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Zones (8-9)<\/td><td>Challenging<\/td><td>Pre-chill 10-14 weeks. Treat as annuals.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Very Warm (10)<\/td><td>Challenging<\/td><td>Must pre-chill. Short-lived. Try paperwhites instead.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also force hyacinths, meaning you trick them into blooming early in indoor pots, for winter color.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"5-5-grape-hyacinths-%E2%80%93-pet-friendly-alternative\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"5-grape-hyacinths-pet-friendly-alternative\">5. Grape Hyacinths \u2013 Pet-friendly alternative<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/grape-hyacinth.jpg\" alt=\"Cluster of grape hyacinths blooming\" class=\"wp-image-42547\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/grape-hyacinth.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/grape-hyacinth-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/grape-hyacinth-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/grape-hyacinth-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Grape hyacinths produce clusters of blue, purple, or white flowers. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/grape-hyacinth-flowers\/111180740\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">jonnysek<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grape hyacinths are the one bulb on this list you can plant where pets play, since the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/aspca-poison-control\/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants\/grape-hyacinth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lists them as non-toxic<\/a> to dogs, cats, and horses. These compact bulbs produce tiny, grape-like clusters of blue, purple, or white flowers.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-5)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Multiply aggressively. Plant once, enjoy for decades.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (6-7)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Form substantial drifts. Pair with tulips and daffodils.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Zones (8-9)<\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Better than most small bulbs. No special care needed.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Very Warm (10)<\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Variable results. Worth trying since they&#8217;re inexpensive.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"6-6-alliums-%E2%80%93-dramatic-amp-deer-resistant\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"6-alliums-dramatic-deer-resistant\">6. Alliums \u2013 Dramatic &amp; deer-resistant<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Allium-giganteum.jpg\" alt=\"Round purple allium flowers\" class=\"wp-image-42548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Allium-giganteum.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Allium-giganteum-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Allium-giganteum-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Allium-giganteum-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Round purple allium flowers draw pollinators from late spring into early summer. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/giant-onion-allium-giganteum-blooming-in-a-garden\/23558133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">teine<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alliums belong to the onion family, so deer and rabbits leave them alone, and their round flower heads on tall stems add drama to late spring beds.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why alliums earn a spot:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Pollinator magnets:<\/strong> Ball-shaped blooms give butterflies and bees an easy landing pad.<\/li>    <li><strong>Late bloomers:<\/strong> Flowers open from late spring into early summer, after most other spring bulbs fade.<\/li> <\/ul>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-5)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>All varieties thrive. Deer-resistant.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (6-7)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Reliable perennials.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Dry (8-10)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Dry heat, like North Texas, is perfect. All varieties perform beautifully.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Humid (8-10)<\/td><td>Not recommended<\/td><td>Pre-chilling doesn&#8217;t help in humid heat. Skip in the Southeast and Gulf Coast.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Allium giganteum<\/em> is one of the largest allium bulbs and should be planted 6-8 inches deep, while smaller varieties like drumstick allium are planted only 2-3 inches deep. Plant alliums behind shorter perennials since their foliage can yellow before flowers fade.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"7-7-snowdrops-%E2%80%93-ideal-for-colder-climates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"7-snowdrops-ideal-for-colder-climates\">7. Snowdrops \u2013 Ideal for colder climates<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snowdrop.jpg\" alt=\"White snowdrop flowers hanging down\" class=\"wp-image-42549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snowdrop.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snowdrop-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snowdrop-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Snowdrop-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Snowdrop is one of the few bulbs that thrive in deep shade. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/pretty-snowdrop-flowers-in-the-february-sunshine\/556495102\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lemanieh<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Snowdrops are the go-to bulb for cold yards and shady spots, often blooming before the snow melts and giving bees and other insects their first food of the year.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-5)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Bloom through snow and under trees.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (6-7)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>First bulbs to bloom. Spread steadily.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Zones (8-10)<\/td><td>Not recommended<\/td><td>Won&#8217;t perform. Choose anemones instead.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They&#8217;re one of the few bulbs that thrive in deep shade beneath maples, oaks, and other trees that drop their leaves. Plant bulbs 3 inches deep and 3 inches apart in early fall.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\/\">Winter Flowers That Bloom in the Cold<\/a><\/p>    <h3 id=\"8-8-dutch-iris-%E2%80%93-great-option-for-warm-climates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"8-dutch-iris-great-option-for-warm-climates\">8. Dutch iris \u2013 Great option for warm climates<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Dutch-iris.jpg\" alt=\"Purple Dutch iris in bloom\" class=\"wp-image-42551\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Dutch-iris.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Dutch-iris-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Dutch-iris-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Dutch-iris-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Purple Dutch iris is an ideal bulb for warm climates. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/blue-dutch-iris-in-flower\/1539008556\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alexandra<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dutch iris is one of the best spring bulbs for warm climates, thriving in Southern and Western gardens where tulips struggle. Unlike bearded irises, which spread from thick, creeping roots, it grows from true bulbs you plant in fall.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tall stems and jewel-toned, late spring blooms make Dutch iris a favorite for <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-flowers-for-cutting-garden\/\">cutting gardens<\/a>. Each bulb produces 2-3 flowers in its first year.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-5)<\/td><td>Not recommended<\/td><td>Too cold, except in zone 5 if protected with mulch.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (6-7)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Often perennialize with proper drainage.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Zones (8-9)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Foliage emerges in fall or winter and blooms in spring.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Very Warm (10)<\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Will struggle in high-humidity areas.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.msstate.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/publications\/P3740_web.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mississippi State University Extension<\/a>, Dutch irises are hardy plants that prefer well-drained soil and full sun, though they can tolerate afternoon shade in warmer areas.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They&#8217;re inexpensive, so many gardeners treat them as annuals, but with good drainage and dry summers, they&#8217;ll return and multiply for several years.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"9-9-camassia-%E2%80%93-native-pollinator-supporter\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"9-camassia-native-pollinator-supporter\">9. Camassia \u2013 Native pollinator supporter<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Camassia.jpg\" alt=\"Purple camassia flowers blooming\" class=\"wp-image-42552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Camassia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Camassia-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Camassia-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Camassia-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Purple camassia flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/camassia-leichtinii-closeup-beautiful-blooming-camassia-or-wild-hyacinth-in-the-garden-in-spring\/605037416\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Elena Krivorotova<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Camassia, also called wild hyacinth or quamash, is the rare spring bulb that tolerates heavy clay soil and brief standing water during spring growth. This North American native was once a food staple for Native American tribes, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wnps.org\/native-plant-directory\/67-camassia-quamash#:~:text=Restoration%20and%20Conservation,loose%20allowing%20for%20easier%20growth.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Washington Native Plant Society<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These tall spires of star-shaped flowers in shades of blue, purple, and white appear in late spring, filling the gap between early spring bulbs and summer perennials.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They&#8217;re exceptional pollinator plants, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIn general I would say to plant native flowering plants and consider the bloom times so there are blooms throughout the growing season, especially early spring and late fall when there are fewer garden plants blooming,\u201d says Heather Stoven of Oregon State University Extension Service Yamhill County in McMinnville, Oregon.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-4)<\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Zone 4 is ideal. Zone 3 needs 2 inches of mulch after the ground freezes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (5-7)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Self-seeds and naturalizes beautifully.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Zones (8-9)<\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Works with adequate spring moisture. Upper limit of hardiness.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Very Warm (10)<\/td><td>Not recommended<\/td><td>Soil doesn&#8217;t get cold enough for proper bulb development.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use them in meadows, woodland edges, or low spots where other bulbs rot. Plant 4-6 inches deep and leave them undisturbed to slowly multiply into large colonies.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"10-10-anemones-%E2%80%93-thrives-in-warm-climates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"10-anemones-thrives-in-warm-climates\">10. Anemones \u2013 Thrives in warm climates<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"561\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Anemone-blanda.jpg\" alt=\"Blue anemone blanda flowers blooming\" class=\"wp-image-42553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Anemone-blanda.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Anemone-blanda-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Anemone-blanda-768x539.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Anemone-blanda-610x428.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Anemones thrive in hot, humid climates. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/blue-shades-anemone-flowers-anemone-blanda-in-garden-in-mid-march-in-central-virginia\/283422788\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gerry<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anemones are one of the few bulbs that thrive in hot, humid climates, according to the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF IFAS) Extension, and their papery flowers in red, pink, purple, blue, and white last 2-3 weeks in a vase.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Two main types:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Grecian windflowers (<em>Anemone blanda<\/em>):<\/strong> Low-growing with daisy-like flowers and hardy to zone 5.<\/li>    <li><strong>Poppy anemones (<em>Anemone coronaria<\/em>):<\/strong> Taller with showy flowers and best in zones 7-10.<\/li> <\/ul>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to know<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold Zones (3-5)<\/td><td>Challenging<\/td><td>Plant Grecian windflowers.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate Zones (6-7)<\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Grecian windflowers excel. Poppy anemones need mulch or can be treated as annuals.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm Zones (8-9)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Ideal for poppy anemones. Plant in fall for spring blooms.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Very Warm (10)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Can bloom winter through spring.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anemones grow from corms, small bulb-like roots that look like hard, shriveled lumps, so soak them in lukewarm water for 3-4 hours before planting.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UF IFAS guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu\/plants\/ornamentals\/bulbs-for-florida\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Florida bulbs<\/a> covers other heat-tolerant options.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-deer-resistant-plants\/\">15 Best Deer-Resistant Plants<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/plants-that-grow-in-clay-soil\/\">16 Plants That Grow in Clay Soil<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"11-how-to-plant-fall-bulbs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"how-to-plant-fall-bulbs\">How to plant fall bulbs<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get the timing, spot, soil, and depth right, and most bulbs will take care of themselves until spring.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"12-when-to-plant-by-zone\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"when-to-plant-by-zone\">When to plant by zone<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If it&#8217;s fall and your ground hasn&#8217;t frozen yet, you likely still have time to plant.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Zone<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Planting window<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Notes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cold (3-5)<\/td><td>Mid-September to mid-October<\/td><td>Get bulbs in before the ground freezes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moderate (6-7)<\/td><td>Late September to early November<\/td><td>Plant once nights stay consistently cool.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm (8-9)<\/td><td>Late November to December<\/td><td>Plant pre-chilled bulbs after the soil cools.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Very warm (10)<\/td><td>December to January<\/td><td>Stick with bulbs that don&#8217;t need chilling.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-bulbs-in-fall\/\">When to Plant Bulbs in Fall<\/a><\/p>    <h3 id=\"13-choosing-the-right-spot\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"choosing-the-right-spot\">Choosing the right spot<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best spot for fall bulbs gets full sun in spring and drains quickly after rain.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to look for in a bulb bed:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Spring sun:<\/strong> Beds under deciduous trees work for many bulbs because they finish growing before the trees leaf out.<\/li>    <li><strong>No standing water:<\/strong> Soggy soil rots bulbs, so avoid low spots where puddles linger or try these <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-drainage-solutions\/\">lawn drainage solutions<\/a> first.<\/li>    <li><strong>Visibility:<\/strong> Plant near walkways, entries, or windows so you can enjoy early blooms from inside.<\/li>    <li><strong>Foliage cover:<\/strong> Tuck bulbs among perennials that will hide the leaves as they fade.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 id=\"14-preparing-the-soil\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"preparing-the-soil\">Preparing the soil<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loose, crumbly soil helps bulbs root quickly before winter.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil prep steps:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Loosen the bed:<\/strong> Dig or till below your planting depth so roots can spread easily.<\/li>    <li><strong>Add compost:<\/strong> Mix in a few inches of compost to open up clay or help sandy soil hold moisture.<\/li>    <li><strong>Skip fresh manure:<\/strong> It can burn new roots and invite rot.<\/li>    <li><strong>Feed lightly:<\/strong> Work a slow-release bulb fertilizer into the bottom of the planting area.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 id=\"15-planting-depth-and-spacing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"planting-depth-and-spacing\">Planting depth and spacing<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plant most bulbs 2 to 3 times as deep as the bulb is tall, with the pointed end facing up.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Planting tips:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Measure from the base:<\/strong> Depth is measured from the bottom of the bulb to the soil surface.<\/li>    <li><strong>Not sure which end is up:<\/strong> Plant the bulb on its side, and the stem will find its way to the surface.<\/li>    <li><strong>Plant in clusters:<\/strong> Groups and drifts look fuller than straight rows.<\/li>    <li><strong>Water once:<\/strong> Soak the bed after planting to settle the soil and jump-start root growth.<\/li>    <li><strong>Mulch in cold areas:<\/strong> Spread a light layer after the ground freezes so freeze-thaw cycles don&#8217;t push bulbs out of the soil.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/guide-to-planting-spring-bulbs\/\">A Complete Guide to Planting Spring Bulbs in Fall<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-prepare-a-flower-bed\/\">How to Prepare a New Flower Bed<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"16-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-0\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are there bulbs that bloom in fall?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, autumn crocus, fall-blooming crocus species, and sternbergia flower in autumn, but they go in the ground in late summer so they have time to root before blooming. Autumn crocus is highly toxic, so skip it in yards where pets or kids play.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can you plant bulbs after the ground freezes?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can&#8217;t dig into frozen soil, but you can plant during a midwinter thaw as long as you reach the proper depth, though those bulbs may bloom later or on shorter stems the first spring. If the ground stays frozen, pot the bulbs, keep them in an unheated garage, and move them outdoors in spring.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-2\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should you cut back bulb foliage after blooming?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, leave the leaves in place until they turn yellow and flop over, because they feed the bulb for next year&#8217;s flowers, and cutting, braiding, or tying them early weakens it. You can snip off spent flower heads, though, so the plant doesn&#8217;t waste energy making seeds.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-3\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do you store bulbs until planting time?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Keep bulbs in mesh or paper bags in a cool, dry, well-ventilated spot like a basement or garage, away from ripening fruit such as apples, which releases ethylene gas that can damage the flower buds inside. Plant them as soon as your planting window opens, since stored bulbs slowly dry out.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"17-your-best-spring-garden-awaits\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"your-best-spring-garden-awaits\">Your best spring garden awaits<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planting a few dozen bulbs sounds relaxing until you&#8217;re on your knees digging hole after hole in cold, heavy soil. Lawn Love&#8217;s pros offering <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/gardener\">gardening services<\/a> can take care of the bed prep and planting this fall, leaving you nothing to do but enjoy the color come spring.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want your lawn to match your flower beds? Get a free estimate from Lawn Love for <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnlove.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=mowing\">mowing<\/a> and year-round yard care.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/winterize-how-to-winterize-your-flower-beds\/\">How to Winterize Your Flower Beds<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/fall-lawn-care-tips\/\">Lawn Love&#8217;s 10 Fall Lawn Care Tips<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image: Planting bulbs in a fall garden bed. Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/autumn-planting-bulbs-of-flowers-in-the-garden\/224306707?isa0=1&amp;state=%7B%22ac%22%3A%22stock.adobe.com%22%7D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iMarzi<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find the 10 best bulbs to plant in fall, including deer-resistant and warm-climate picks, with zone tips and planting depth for bright spring blooms.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":93,"featured_media":42646,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[297],"tags":[132],"class_list":["post-42539","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-gardening","tag-gardening"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/bulbs.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Raven Wisdom","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/raven-wisdom\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42539","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/93"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=42539"}],"version-history":[{"count":16,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42539\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":49380,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42539\/revisions\/49380"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/42646"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=42539"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=42539"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=42539"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}