In her weekly column in the greenville sc news marian st.
Best bulbs for north florida.
For in depth guidance take a look at scott ogden s garden bulbs for the south which includes 150 daffodils that do well in zones 7 9 and texas based advice on growing them.
Planting garlic in florida.
Some bulbs do better than others in this region.
Thanks to its semi tropical climate and large size there is an impressive variety of florida native plants over 2 800 species.
The climate of north and central florida is humid subtropical while south florida has a tropical climate.
Spring flowering bulbs grow and bloom from energy stored within the bulb the previous year marian explains.
Because of florida s climate planting bulbs is a little different from other places.
It s based on the life s work of the late john van beck a great friend of ours and of.
Bulbs for partial shade south and north.
If planting multiple rows give them about 6 of row space.
Amaryllis are easy to grow and its one bulb northerners are jealous.
Certain plants have underground storage organs called bulbs.
My favorite species is solid red or the uncommon red with one stripe per petal to make an x or cross.
These have adapted for nutrient and water storage during dormancy or extended periods of stress due to cold heat or drought.
General instructions plant bulbs in the fall starting when nighttime temperatures stay between 40 50 f.
But be sure to plant approximately six weeks before the ground freezes to allow sufficient time for rooting.
Best plants for north and central florida gardens the flowers for florida collection is just for florida gardeners.
When planting garlic plant the bulbs about 4 apart.
If you re new to gardening in the state or just want something that s easy to grow look no farther than flowers for florida.
Another option is to transplant the bulb to the garden.
Bulbs can be left in their original containers for two or more years before repotting is necessary.
Amaryllis best for central florida first day of spring in florida for me is when the amaryllis bulbs come out.
The best time to plant garlic in florida is the late fall and early winter november through january.
Another excellent guide is daffodils in florida by linda and sara van beck.
Amaryllis bulbs can be planted outdoors between september and january in florida.
Florida s rainy season lasts from june through september.
Florida is the third most floristically diverse state in the us.
They will perform best if planted in a spot with partial sun and well drained soil.
Growing garlic in florida.
About first week of march they make their way up a tall inflorescence to open a spectacular large tubular flower.
Plant your garlic bulbs with the pointy end up about 1 2 deep.
These plants bloom beautifully and hold up to florida s tough weather.
Bulbs will root best in cool soil and once rooted undergo natural changes that keep them from freezing.
Clair offers good advice for shade gardeners everywhere and recommends several of our bulbs that she s planting this fall.
