Underplanting Bulbs
Bulb Lasagna - But Don't Eat It
How to Underplant Bulbs
What is the world is "bulb lasagna"??? It's the concept of layering bulbs in the soil under your currently blooming flowers. Sounds easy enough, but there are a few things to keep in mind.
Timing is Key
Spring-blooming bulbs like tulips, daffodils and hyacinths should be planted in the fall. You can layer them in the soil under ornamental cabbage and kale, as well as pansies and violas which will bloom all through winter in our region. Then in early spring, you have a one-two punch of color as your bulbs start to emerge among your still-blooming pansies. Summer-blooming bulbs like alliums, crocus, and dahlias should be planted in spring.
Control the Depth
The tallest-growing bulbs should be planted the deepest, while the shortest bulbs should go closer to the surface. Always refer to the packaging for your specific bulbs' preferred depth.
Ground or Pots?
Is bulb underplanting meant for flower beds or containers? Why not both? Fill your pots, beds and even window boxes with bulbs!
Enjoy a show of blooms all spring long!
Layered Bulb Container
Layer bulbs that bloom at different times throughout the spring for a non-stop show of gorgeous spring color.
Bulbs to Plant in Fall
These bulbs will bloom in spring, so they need to be planted in fall.
- Daffodils
- Hyacinths
- Tulips
- Crocus
- Allium
- Snowdrops
Bulbs to Plant in Spring
These bulbs will bloom in summer, so they should be planted in spring.
- Gladiolus
- Freesias
- Dahlias
- Canna Lilies
- Caladiums
- Elephant Ears
Just Add Spring-Blooming Bulbs
This quick and easy cool-season container project would be perfect for adding tulip bulbs underneath for a spring surprise.
Holiday Pansy-Tulip Container
This red and white pansy and viola container is perfect for the holidays, then the tulips will keep the color scheme going in spring.
Cheerful Cool-Season Container
This happy color combo will brighten up your space with pansies and creeping jenny. Then in spring, yellow daffodils will appear.
