Flower bulbs in the grass
Flower bulbs in the grass
Some flower bulbs also feel at home in the grass or lawn. I am thinking, for example, of crocuses, daffodils and ornamental onions. This makes the lawn less boring and you create nice walking lines in your grass.
In the grass you can plant a wide strip of daffodils on a strip where you do not walk or where you walk along, and also in that spot you can also plant ornamental onions that bloom during the summer. What you need to know is that you have to wait a long enough time before mowing the grass in this spot so that the leaves of the bulbs have wilted and their juices (powers) have run back into the bulb for the next year.
For the types of daffodils for such a strip, I would suggest choosing either white or yellow/orange varieties, depending on your preference. You can also mix a few varieties (of similar color) to give you a longer flowering period. When one has finished blooming, the others will bloom. My own preference is for whiter varieties, but that is really personal. In the photo below you see a mixture of Narcissus Thalia (a real gem!) and Narcissus 'Papillon Blanc' and Narcissus 'Tresamble'. I would go for at least 20 pieces per m2. Then it really is a sea of flowers from the first year. And with a bit of luck they will multiply afterwards and it will become even more beautiful.
Tip: Don't plant them in a row, but let the bulbs 'fall' randomly where you want to plant them. This way you get the best effect.
And what can also be done in the short(er) grass or lawn is this, my favorite: the farmer's crocus! Even when the grass is covered with a layer of snow, they appear and I always feel the wonder of nature, so close to my home!
The ordering period has ended (April to September 30) and delivery will take place at the end of October.
Anyone who ordered flower bulbs can certainly expect an email from me soon! Thank you in advance for your orders!
Inspiration session Create your garden in motion - October 4, 2023 - 7 p.m
On Wednesday evening, October 4, you will find out how to get your garden moving... and how to get moving yourself! Sofie explains how you can shape your own garden according to your rhythm and feeling. With a heart for nature. We wish you a warm welcome!
Private Garden Q&A Session
Are you walking around with wonderful ideas for your garden, but are there obstacles in your way? For example... that eternal inner voice that tells you that you won't succeed?
Book Get your garden moving
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Book Get your garden moving
HOLIDAY IN VIEW? Already in holiday mode and in your swimming pond or hammock? Do you continue to work quietly at the rhythm of the summer? We WISH YOU ALL A GOOD SUMMER TIME in your garden! Can I add ANOTHER BOOK?!
What do you need for your garden?
I will explain to you the different ways I can help you transform your garden into your dream place.
Thank you!!!
The flower bulb campaign was a success and because I always link it to a 'higher goal', with your purchase of organic flower bulbs you also support a concrete project, namely flower bulbs for the garden of wzc De Wingerd in Leuven.