Bulb which way is up

A few weeks after planting, the upside-down glad was growing at the same rate as the one planted right-side up. And if left in the ground, it looks like it would have righted itself — notice how the new stems are even beginning to turn the bulb over?

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A bit more information: Always select bulbs suited to your growing conditions. Learn More. Audio Creative Bulb Combos. Audio A Variety of Daffodils for the Garden. Bulb planting depths vary depending on their size and species; but as a rule of thumb, most bulbs can be planted at a depth of approximately 3 times their own height. Some tubers, such as begonias, are best started off indoors or in a frost-free greenhouse before transplanting outdoors.

Full growing instructions can be found on individual product pages. Plant bulbs with the pointed growing tip facing up. If it isn't clear, plant bulbs on their sides. Plant bulbs in containers using good quality general purpose compost and mix in a handful of fine grit to improve drainage.

You can also use specially prepared bulb compost. Bulbs are perfect for patio containers, just remember to water regularly through the growing season. To plant bulbs in grass, achieve a natural look by gently scattering the bulbs and planting them where they land.

Drop the bulb in the planting hole with the pointed tip facing up. Cover with soil and gently firm down to fill any pockets of air. Find all you need to grow the best varieties of spectacular spring flowering bulbs, whether indoors and out in the garden, in one place at our spring flowering bulb hub page. All rights reserved. A division of Branded Garden Products Limited. A charming poppy-like spring bloomer, anemone has little wrinkly tubers that look sort of like raisins.

Plant them about 4 to 5 inches deep on their sides. For best results, soak them in water for a couple of hours before planting. A great bulb for planting just about anywhere, grape hyacinths offer clusters of clear blue, purple, or white blooms. Like many true bulbs, grape hyacinths have pointy ends that you plant facing up. Plant them about 4 to 6 inches deep.

Note: Grape hyacinths often send up foliage in autumn. This is nothing to worry about and won't keep the bulbs from blooming in spring. A bulb you're not likely to miss, crown imperial bulbs are as large as your fist.

Plant them about 8 inches deep at a slight angle so water doesn't sit in the dimple at the top of the bulb. Note: Crown imperials have a decidedly strong odor and may help prevent critters from digging up other nearby bulbs. Count on hyacinths to offer one of spring's sweetest scents. They're also some of the prettiest spring flowers.