Homes and Gardens on MSN

Easiest spring bulbs to grow in pots – for a low-maintenance explosion of color in your containers

There are lots of types of daffodils to choose from, but the easiest to grow in pots are those with shorter stems. For ...
Country Living UK on MSN

What most gardeners forget when planting spring bulbs — and how to fix it

When planting spring bulbs this fall, remember your companion plants! They can add contrast, serve as a backdrop, and hide ...
The Columbian

Gardening with Allen: Growing bulbs in pot for winter

Allen Wilson is a Vancouver gardening specialist. Email Allen Wilson at [email protected]. I would like to plant some bulbs in pots for bloom this winter. What special treatment is needed in order ...
Homes and Gardens on MSN

Growing the world's most expensive spice in a pot is easier than you'd expect – here’s all you need to know to grow saffron in small spaces

S affron is renowned for being one of the most expensive spices in the world. Despite its reputation, the plant is not difficult to grow at home, and you can even grow saffron in pots in smaller ...
Oregonian

When, how to plant bulbs in pots for spring blooms

CORVALLIS, Ore. - In fall, gardeners settle bulbs under a blanket of soil and wait for spring to watch them flaunt their beauty. "It's easy to create a stunning display that bursts into bloom in the ...
Statesman Journal

When planting spring bulbs, don't forget to put them in pots, too

In fall, gardeners settle bulbs under a blanket of soil and wait for spring to watch them flaunt their beauty. “It’s easy to create a stunning display that bursts into bloom in the spring or early ...
Post Register

Plant bulbs in pots for indoor bloom

Question: I would like to plant some bulbs in pots for bloom this winter. What special treatment is needed in order to bloom inside my home? Answer: Most bulbs need to be cooled for about 12 weeks ...
The Providence Journal

Henry Homeyer: Planting bulbs in pots that will bloom in February and March

Winters here can be long and cold. Sometimes they are burdensome for a guy like me who loves being outside playing in the garden — planting and picking flowers, or harvesting lettuce and berries. But ...
The Providence Journal

Plant bulbs in the fall to be ready in the spring | Henry Homeyer

For some of us, planting time is long past − but not for me. I am always busy in the fall, planting everything I can. It is almost time to plant garlic, which is my easiest crop of all. And I’ll soon ...
House Digest on MSN

The Best Varieties Of Onion To Grow In Containers

Growing onions is certainly a rewarding gardening feat, but if you have limited space for containers only, be sure to choose ...
The Spokesman-Review

If it gets too cold to plant, start bulbs in pots

Late last fall a friend sent me several bags of daffodil and tulips bulbs. I was thrilled because he is a well-known bulb grower back east and has beautiful plants. The only problem was the ground was ...
The Columbian

Plant pot of bulbs for spring blooms

CORVALLIS, Ore. — In fall, gardeners settle bulbs under a blanket of soil and wait for spring to watch them flaunt their beauty. “It’s easy to create a stunning display that bursts into bloom in the ...