Planting Bulbs

This is the time to plant your bulbs if you haven't already. Normally, it would be getting on the late side for anything but tulips, but the weather has been so warm this October. Tulips can be successfully planted later than any other bulb, even into November. If the soil is 'workable,' it is okay to plant tulips. Covering your new bulbs with a couple inches of mulch the first year will help to insulate the soil, keeping it warmer for a little longer to help with root growth. YES, you can cover them right away as there is no foliage or crown to 'rot.' If you have covered your other plants already......it is still to early. I will post when it is time........wait.......wait.

Right now I am planting Asiatic Lilies (posted pics in older posts) Alliums and 2 new peonies. Above is 'Eden's Perfume.'

This peony is named 'Renato' and described as being 'watermelon' red. Both peonys will be for sale in 2 gallon pots in the spring.
For detailed planting information on bulbs and other plants, check of the U of M website, good stuff! I will post very soon on digging & dividing peonies, nope...it's not to late!