Katharina Buczek
These flowers do best in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade, and planting them in clusters can help protect them from pests.
Alliums
Alliums have the ability to add a dramatic, architectural quality to any garden with their tall, slender stems topped by round globes of tiny flowers. They almost resemble fireworks frozen in time, often coming in shades of purple, blue, or white.
Ideally, you should plant allium bulbs about four to six inches deep, depending on the variety, during the fall. Larger bulbs will need to go deeper, while smaller ones can be planted shallower.
It’s also important to know that alliums are sun-lovers, so it’s best to plant them in a spot that gets plenty of light.
Then, once established, they are drought-tolerant, making them a great option for lower-maintenance gardens.
Tulips
Tulips are a classic garden staple, with their iconic, cup-shaped flowers available in nearly every color imaginable.
If you’d like to grace your yard with this showstopper next spring, plant tulip bulbs in late fall – after the first frost but before the ground freezes. This timing ensures they don’t sprout too early and are protected from harsh winter conditions.
Tulips also love well-drained soil and full sun, but they can be a bit fussier than other bulbs. You should plant them six to eight inches deep and consider covering the area with mulch to protect them from freezing temperatures.
Then, water them thoroughly after planting, but be careful to avoid soggy conditions – which can cause the bulbs to rot.
