The magic of bulbous plants He lies entirely while waiting. They are interned today, often when the climate does not let anything good, and the earth is expected to do its duty. Then, when we least expect it, here they are sprouting: thin and shy stems, which in a few weeks will explode in blooms with extraordinary colors.
If you want to fill the garden, the terrace or the balcony of summer wonders, spring is the right time to plant some bulbs. We have selected six who will be able to conquer the space and the gaze, between splendid blooms and intoxicated perfumes.
Caladium – The enchantment of the leaves
Not all bulbs give conspicuous flowers. The Caladium, for example, conquers the audience with the leaves. Its large varied laminates, which show off shades of rose, red and green, seem hand -painted.
It must be planted in March, in a bright position but sheltered from the direct sun. He loves humidity and heat, therefore it is better to grow it in pots if you live in an area with an uncertain climate. As mentioned, it does not give flashy flowers, but the foliage is so beautiful that it does not miss it.
Dalia – The queen of summer
March and April are the perfect months to plant the Dalie, the undisputed queens of the summer gardens. Their flowers, with dense petals and perfect geometric shapes, range from pure white to intense red, to orange and purple shades.
Dalie do not like the cold, so wait for the risk of frost to have passed. Forbid the tubers in a well -drained soil and make sure a sunny position. When they start to bloom, from July onwards, your garden will be able to give you an explosion of color.
Nerine – An exotic touch
Even the Nerine plants between March and April, and its flowering will surprise you at the end of the summer. It is a bulbous with an exotic charm, coming from South Africa, with bright pink flowers that seem carved in the wax.
It prefers the full sun and well -drained soil. It is perfect for those looking for a plant that does not require too many care: once buried, it will do everything alone, reserving the best for the month of September, when it will give its floral show.
Agapanto – Elegance in bloom
Agapanto, also called “African lily” and “flower of love”, is a bulb to plant between March and May. The globular inflorescences, composed of many small blue or white flowers, stand out on long thin stems and give the garden an elegant and well -ordered appearance.
He loves the sun, but also resists in the mezz’ shadow. If you want abundant flowering, choose rich and light soil. It is a perennial plant, so it will return to bloom year after year, increasingly luxuriant.
Gladiolo – The charm of verticality
April and May are the most indicated months to plant the bulbs of Gladiolo. With the slender stems, which can also reach the meter in height, the gladioli will be able to give your green spaces a touch of verticality and movement.
They exist in an infinity of colors, from white white to deep purple. They love the sun and require well -drained soil. If you want a scenographic effect, plant them in groups and enjoy the show, starting from the month of July.
Giglio – The scent of summer
The lilies are planted in spring, without too much haste: the important thing is that the soil is well worked and enriched with organic substance. The large and fragrant flowers bloom between June and August and are an essential presence in the most romantic gardens.
Choose a sunny position and planted the bulbs about 10-15 cm deep. Once the first stems emerge from the earth, you just have to wait: their beauty will repay every wait.
Which one to choose?
Each bulbous has its own personality and has certain characteristics, it is up to you to select the one that best suits tastes and needs. The Caladium has the strength in the leaves, the Dalia and the Gladiolo focus everything on the colors, the nerine and the agapanto are synonymous with elegance, while the lily will be able to give irresistible perfumes. If you have space, why don’t you all plant them? So you can enjoy a continuous flowering, from June to autumn.
In the spring, the bulbs are planted with the same hope with which dreams are sown: you wait, observe, imagine. Then, when the moment comes, beauty blossoms, and every wait is repaid.
