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Earth-Friendly Bulb Growing Practices

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Nov 16, 2020

Chemical use in gardening is not environmentally friendly, plus bulbs don’t often don’t respond well to them. Gardening in an environmentally friendly way is just one way to give back to Mother Nature. While you may already incorporate some sustainable practices into your gardening, perhaps some of these tips will inspire you to take your earth-friendly habits to the next level! Avoid Chemicals There are a lot of “easy” chemical solutions to gardening. But easy doesn’t mean it’s the right thing to do! Chemical use in gardening is not environmentally friendly, plus bulbs don’t often don’t respond well...

Common Problems While Forcing Bulbs Indoors

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Nov 02, 2020

Forcing bulbs indoors is a way of fooling Mother Nature. But sometimes, she’s harder to trick than we may think! Here are some solutions to common problems while forcing bulbs indoors.

Why Spring-Flowering Bulbs are Planted in Fall

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Oct 26, 2020

Just like Goldilocks trying out the bears’ porridge, bulbs have a preference for soil temperature—not too hot, not too cold, but just right! Here’s why spring-flowering bulbs are planted in fall.

The Impact of Bulbs on the Earth, Personal Health, and Well-Being

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Oct 20, 2020

Providing some of the first colors we see in spring, bulbs bring smiles to our faces, but they benefit more than just us. Here’s how!

Bulb Resources for Inspiration

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Jan 07, 2019

If we were to ask you to describe us, we’d bet the first thing you’d think of would be “the bulb people”. It’s our hobby, it’s our job, and it’s our passion. Bulbs are a part of our everyday lives and if you love them as much as we do, then you’ll love these amazing resources we’ve found over the years that fuel our inspiration.