Alliums are flowers that make you fall in love with their appearance immediately! Their bubble-shaped blooms complement every garden by bringing elegance and royalty. Did they already draw your attention? Then you should plant them in your garden, too!
I planted alliums a few years ago, and since they are perennial, I am able to enjoy a colorful display every year. Before I achieved that, one important step needed to be done first, which is planting!
I was constantly searching for planting methods until I discovered one special technique that’s super easy and great for beginners! But to get the most perfect alliums, you’ll need to plant them at the right time.
These flowers might be hardy when it comes to planting timing, but I’ve got the right answers that will help you a lot! So, whether you just started your gardening journey or you’re a green thumb, these tricks for planting and growing alliums will be very useful.
Let’s begin!
Simple Steps You’ll Need To Follow This Fall For Planting Allium Bulbs
Fellow gardeners, get ready because October is the perfect month for planting your allium bulbs! By planting them in the fall, their roots will have enough time to establish, and you can expect the most incredible blooms when spring arrives.
For those of you who live in warmer climates, December and January are the best months to start planting!
After you’ve chosen your favorite variety, it will be time to try this amazing planting technique! The first and most important step is to plant the bulbs the right way. You’ll need to plant them with the roots or the flat base of the bulbs facing down.
The next step is to dig a hole and place the bulbs at a depth of three times their height. My advice is to use a ruler to measure, just to make sure you’ve done it right! The reason for planting bulbs this deep is that the flowers are going to grow really tall.
If not planted deep enough, they’ll flop over your flower bed, which won’t look good! After you place your allium bulbs, gently cover them with soil. If you notice that the ground is moist, you don’t even have to water them, but if it’s dry, then you definitely should!
Care Tips That Will Give You The Best Results
Alliums are winter hardy, so they won’t need any special care during colder days! But there are still some care tips you’ll need to follow. Here’s how to ensure alliums thrive in your yard next season!
First things first, alliums grow best in well-drained soil with full sun. Since they are drought-tolerant, there’s no need for constant watering, once a week will be enough. I also need to warn you about using irrigation, which is a big no-no because it can cause the bulbs to rot!
Do you need to worry about deer or rabbits? Absolutely not! Alliums are resistant to deer and rabbits, so you won’t see them nibbling on your pretty flowers.
You’ll be able to plant alliums easily thanks to these amazing tips and tricks! After planting is finished, all that’s left will be to take care of your alliums. If you follow these steps, when spring comes, you’ll be amazed by the results!
Your alliums will thrive beautifully for many years. If you’re not living in warmer climates, you can start planting now since October is already here!
Good luck!