Spring is upon us which means better weather, going outside and sitting in your garden. In a recent post we discussed how to take the best care of your flower bulbs. To plant and enjoy their beautiful colors you would however first need to buy them. In this article we will help you on your way.
Which stores sell flower bulbs?
A great place to start when you want to buy flower bulbs is in a physical store. Not every store sells flower bulbs since they are a very specific product. Still it isn’t hard to find a shop near you. Garden centers and flower shops are places that sell fresh flowers and flower bulbs. The shop assistant can help you find the bulb that you are looking for. If these shops are not in your area, you can also try a construction market or you can pay a visit to a farmer.
Where can I order flower bulbs online?
If these shops are not in the area near you or you don’t have the time to visit them, you have the possibility to order flower bulbs online. Most of the bigger flower shops have a webshop next to the physical store. The same goes for garden centers and construction markets. Otherwise there are a lot of plant breeding companies who sell their flower bulbs directly to you via an online store. The benefit of ordering at a breeding company is that the flower bulb goes from the field directly to you without it stopping anywhere in between. At Plant & Bloom we have our own nursery and breeding company. So we can develop new varieties and cultivate them ourselves. So you can always expect great quality bulbs and tubers.
When can I best buy flower bulbs?
You have identified the place where you are going to buy your flower bulbs. Now it is important to think about what the best time would be to buy your flower bulbs. Flowers are for every season, but if you are going to plant them outside, some planning is necessary. Since some flower bulbs cannot be planted all year round, think about when you would want to plant them or when you want them to bloom. For example summer flowering bulbs like dahlias, callas and gladioli are flowers that don’t do well in cold soil. So the best time to plant them is in the springtime after all danger of frost has passed. Be sure to order and plant your summer flowering bulbs in spring to enjoy the flowers in summer.
Spring is getting closer and now you know where and when to get your flower bulbs. For any questions on when to plant your flower bulbs, you can read our previous article. Flowers make you happy, so put on your gloves and get to planting so you can enjoy your flowers to the fullest!
