As I’ve been working round the plot this month I’ve been trying to remember where the various of groups of bulbs, mostly daffodils, are. That’s to avoid digging them up or, worse still, chopping them with the spade or spearing them with a fork. Next year once they’ve finished flowering I may dig some up to regroup them, and also note where they all are.
This morning I treated myself and bought a dozen daffodil Unsurpassable which as you can see is a classic all yellow variety. These will go in front of the log up in the top north-west corner where I’ve recently cleared a suitable spot.
I also bought a similar number of narcissi Segovia which I’m still deciding where to plant.
Some weeks ago I noticed that the nerines still had leaves but they were dying back, but more recently they had completely disappeared. When I looked yesterday I was most surprised to see that several flower stems had appeared.
Fingers crossed that they’ll bloom soon and not suffer the vagaries of the weather.
Happy gardening!
I really must get some bulbs in the ground. I’ve got a few dotted here and there, but I’m always envious when I see other people’s daffodils poking through the soil and always promise myself that I’ll get some for the following year. I’m going to put it on my to do list.
Jo make the effort now and it really is worthwhile come springtime.
Don’t forget. xx
Autumn is such a good time for hope.
Lucy it sure is. xx
I planted my bulbs today: I expect the foxes will dig them up tomorrow…
Mark fingers crossed, and I have that problem as well. Cheers.
I have bought three different shades and type of tulip to plant next month will cover with a frame to keep the foxes out
David I have to protect the ones in containers with wire netting. Cheers.
I’ve come to the conclusion that the only way not to dig them up is to use bulb baskets.
Victoria you’re probably right. xx
I do love to see the first daffs peeping from the ground in spring. I must get some more in as well. I know what you mean about the dangers of chopping bulbs in half, I always forget where mine are. xxxxx
Snowbird me too as they really do herald spring. I did have a note but can’t find it. xx
Ah, yes. The perils of not remembering where your daffs are. I can relate as I planted a bunch of them last year and now want to squeeze in an alstroemeria or three. Good luck to the nerines!
Nikki it seems to be a problem for all of us. I’m sure that you’ll find room. Thanks, I’ll keep you informed. xx
I have all my bulbs to buy yet – I don’t plant many in the soil for the very reason you mentioned – I tend to keep all mine in containers so I know where they are. I love the look of the Segovia Narcissus that you chose – might look for that myself.
The nerines look very tropical looking. Are yours pink as well or do they come in a variety of colours?
Sam they come from South Africa. The only variety that can be grown outdoors here is ‘bowdenii’ which has pink blooms. xx
Elaine don’t leave it too long. They do look good in containers that’s for sure. Good for you. xx
Thanks to your timely post, I bought 20 King Alfred bulbs today, and will put them in a large pot I think. Although I love tulips as well, they get eaten by deer, so there’s not much point in planting them. Good luck with yours…it’s always nice to think of and prepare for Spring.
Glo they’re a lovely traditional daffodil which will look great in a large pot. I like tulips but they don’t do as well, and there’s a question of room.
Thanks, and yes it is. xx