Grows Well In Containers Bulbs

This fancy, leafy-green edge with pinky-white center and red veins loves the shade but can tolerate early morning and late afternoon sun. The Carolyn Whorton is the ideal plant for use in patio boxes, window sills, or as border plants. Also known as Angel Wings.  You can start these indoors: Put a bit of potting soil, a little water, and the bulb in a plastic bag. Poke a few air holes in the bag and place it near a heat vent (needs 70° or higher). Once all danger of frost has passed, you...

Casablanca Lilies are a classic favorite for gardens and cut flowers. Planted in large groups, these lilies can really make an impact on the eyes and the nose. Pure white blooms will appear mid-summer on 36" tall plants. New to planting lilies? Click here for planting and care information from our Bulb Blog!

Casablanca Oriental Lilies are a timeless classic! The large blossoms are pure white and fragrant, and will start blooming in mid-Summer. This white and fragrant lily combines well with all other oriental lilies and is especially nice when planted with Stargazer Oriental Lily, and Muscadet Oriental Lily. The Casablanca Lily is often called the White Stargazer Lily. New to planting lilies? Click here for planting and care information from our Bulb Blog! ...

Catherine may be small but she is mighty. Her blue green heart shaped foliage is brushed with chartreuse center adding the perfect amount of contrast. The bright center will become more creamy as the foliage matures. Catherine will do best in an area of partial to full shade.  The small and compact growing habit makes it perfect for a border! New to planting hostas? Click here for planting and care advice from our Bulb Blog! ...

These gorgeous semi-dwarf canna lilies are out to make a statement, just like the famous queen of the Nile: Cleopatra! Looking almost as though they were on fire, this canna's blooms are yellow mixed with speckles of bronze red. Growing 36-48" tall, this plant loves the sun and will bloom July through September. Click here for advice on caring for your cannas, courtesy of our Bulb Blog! ...

Spectacular is the best way to describe the Cloudy Sky Dahlia! Bright pink petals fade to light pink and white toward the center creating a lush, ombre appearance! This variety would work very well as a border plant in a flower bed or in a container on your patio. Pinch back new growth to form a more bushy habit. Deadhead spent blooms for continued blooms all Summer until frost. Don't miss out on this special dahlia - order yours today! Looking for more information on planting dahlias?...

Cobra Oriental Lilies have strong 3-6" diameter pink fragrant blooms mid-summer. Plant oriental lilies in large groups for the biggest color and scent impact. Grows 36" tall and does best planted in full sun to partial shade. When planted in warm climates (hardiness zone 8 and above), lilies will benefit from afternoon shade. New to planting lilies? Click here for planting and care information from our Bulb Blog! ...

Add some flair and color to the shaded areas in your garden. This Colorful Summer Shade Garden will grow and bloom this summer! Included are Fancy Leaf Caladiums which have decorative foliage that adds color and texture to pots and planting beds. The Mixed Begonias bloom in part shade to shade, and are a lovely way to add color to pots. Long lived perennial astilbe like Delft Lace and Professor van der Weilen bloom with feathery flowers in mid-summer, mix with hosta for a colorful shaded...

Copper Boy Pompon Dahlia is one of the most interesting but difficult ball dahlia varieties to describe. Is it copper, bronze, dark red, orange....?  Any and all of these colors can be seen in one bloom of this one-of-a-kind variety! Reaching 3" across, each bloom will appear to be different colors depending on the sunlight and the angle in which it is being looked at! Deer resistant and great for cut flowers, this prolific bloomer is the perfect addition as a border plant or in a...

Turn your shade garden into a tropical oasis with the Coral Island Astilbe. The bright pink/coral blooms will pop against its lush dark green foliage. Astilbe do best in moist, well draining soil, they will not tolerate dry soil. Astilbe bloom in the summer, just make sure to water them often to encourage more blooms and healthy growth! New to planting bare roots? Click here for planting and care advice from our Bulb Blog! ...

Be one of the first to grow this beauty in your garden! The pale pink/salmon double blooms are paired with a dark purple underside giving the petals a unique rusty, orange hue! Perfect for containers and garden beds, this color is the perfect addition to any Fall flower bouquet!   Looking for more information on planting dahlias? Click here for some handy advice from our Bulb Blog! ...

Cummins Fringed Tulip is a frilly purple tulip with fringed petals. These bulbs have been chilled in our coolers for at least 8 weeks, which is the minimum time required for tulips to produce a flower bud. Pre-chilled bulbs can be used for growing indoors. They also work for growing outside in warm climates that do not have the necessary cold temperatures tulips need to produce a flower bud.  *Our pre-chilled bulbs are ready for shipping starting in mid-December. By this time they...

Dahlegria Tri-Colore Dahlia is sure to make a statement in your garden with the dark purple foliage and orangey-pink bloom. This unique dahlia adds some wonderful contrast and works well as a border for your flower bed or in a container.Looking for more information on planting dahlias? Click here for some handy advice from our Bulb Blog!

Dark Eyes Calla Lily is an elegant and compact plant prized for its unique, lavender-pink flowers that feature a dramatically contrasting dark maroon or purple patch at the base—the "dark eye." These chalice-shaped blooms rise above solid green, broad leaves and make excellent cut flowers. New to planting callas? Click here to learn all about calla lilies on our Bulb Blog!

If you can't get enough of the daylilies in your summer garden, then this collection is for you! Mix the bright hues of the Fragrant Returns with the warm tones of the Pardon Me and Black Prince Daylilies for a truly spectacular show all summer long. Remove spent flowers for even a longer-lasting show and you won't be disappointed! Contains the following individually packed and labeled varieties: 1 bare root Wild Horse Daylily (#27210)1 bare root Black Prince Purple Daylily...

Poppy-like blooms in a red, white, blue and pink kaleidoscope of dazzling colors to enhance your summer garden and patio. A great low growing border plant. Flower symbolizes unfading love and protection against evil. New to planting anemones? Click here for planting and care advice from our Bulb Blog!

Delightful Dahlias will delight your summer garden! The large and showy blooms will appear 6-8 weeks after planting.  Dahlias grow best in full sun and enjoy hot weather. Plant these dahlia tubers now for blooms this summer into fall. Dahlia flowers will last until the first hard frost of the year.  Tubers can be lifted from the ground before freezing temperatures arrive and stored for blooms and growth the next season. Delightful Dahlias Collection Includes: 1 package of Optic...

These beautiful 6-8" blooms boast of a pure, deep red color and rounded petals. Gorgeous in every way, the Deutschland Dahlia grows a tad taller than most, sometimes reach in excess of four feet in height. Wonderful in cutting gardens of reds and oranges, this dahlia will not disappoint! Looking for more information on planting dahlias? Click here for some handy advice from our Bulb Blog! ...

Deep and sultry maroon blooms adorn the Dimension Asiatic lily in the beginning of Summer. Looks sharp when planted with contrasting white or light pink blooms. New to planting lilies? Click here for planting and care information from our Bulb Blog!

Dizzy Oriental Lily has fragrant, outward-facing blooms in mid-Summer. The blooms are white with a raspberry-magenta stripe on the center of each petal, and speckles and dots surrounding each petal as well. Plant in full sun to part shade. Grows 2-3' tall. New to planting lilies? Click here for planting and care information from our Bulb Blog! ...

Get your fill of double begonias with this great collection containing one of each of the red, orange, yellow, & pink flower colors we sell! Great for your shaded areas and garden borders, these beauties will bloom from mid-summer until frost! Our Begonia tubers are a large and plump 2.5" across (6cm). The bigger the bulb, the bigger the plant, and therefore more blooms for you to enjoy! Start tuberous begonias indoor in late February for earlier summer blooms! Contains the following...

Dutch Carnival Dahlia is a brilliant, bright red, double dahlia with soft yellow edges. With blooms reaching 6" in diameter, this variety would make a stunning statement in any garden bed or container. Include the Dutch Carnival Dahlia into a cut flower bouquet for a show-stopping arrangement.Looking for more information on planting dahlias? Click here for some handy advice from our Bulb Blog! ...

Bring the tradition of a beautifully fragrant Easter Lily in your home this season!  This top sized bulb is available to plant indoors for your Easter display or outdoors to bloom in Spring and Summer!  Each stalk can have up to 3-4 stark white blooms stand tall, reaching up to 36"!  The trumpet shaped flower attracts essential pollinators to your outdoor garden space!  These bulbs are already chilled and ready to plant upon arrival! If planting for an indoor display, it's...

The changing colors of the Easy Whisper Asiatic Lily makes this variety a truly special addition to any Summer blooming garden! Blooming mid to late Summer, the petals are a soft, pastel peach and turn more to pink hues as it matures through the season. This prolific bloomer features 5-7 upward facing blooms per stem! This pollen-free variety also makes a perfect addition to a cut flower arrangement with no fear of pollen stains!  Make sure to leave room for growth as the Easy Whisper...

Dahlia Edinburgh is a striking decorative dahlia known for its distinctive bicolor blooms. The flowers feature a rich, dramatic contrast of deep wine-red to purple petals that are sharply tipped with pristine white. This cultivar produces abundant, fully double blooms from mid-summer until the first frost. Standing tall, it is highly valued by gardeners and floral designers alike for its bold visual impact in borders and its suitability as a long-stemmed cut flower. Looking for more...

The blend of bright violet and lime green will bring contrast to your design! The vibrant blooms of this mix will make their presence known all summer long. Reaching up to 5 feet tall gladiolus make a perfect back border! Can also be used for cut flower arrangements! This mix is created by the 9 Evi Gladiolus and 9 Kio Gladiolus. 

This incredible plant is rightly named, as its leaves can reach 24-36" long and 12-24" in width! The leaves are produced on top of 24-36" tall stalks and create a tropical feel in the garden. The Elephant Ear loves the partial shade and having moist feet. (Once you get roots growing, you CAN transplant to a pond. Only submerge half bulb.) Perennial in zones 8-10Click here for more information about elephant ears! ...

These giant gladiolus will make a striking statement in your summer garden! Blooming with a deep red, almost black color, these flowers will be sure to catch any onlooker's eye. The flower stems can hold as many as 10-14 blooms and grow between 36 and 48 inches tall, making a nice backdrop for other lower growing plants. Click here for additional information on growing gladiolus from our Bulb Blog! ...

Fast Flash Caladium is a red and green fancy-leafed caladium variety. Leaves on the Fast Flash will grow 6" wide and 8-12" long. Fast Flash is quick to sprout when the temperature and soil temperature are warm. Caladium Planting Tips: Plant in a part sun to shade locationCaladium requires heat in order to sprout. Plant when soil temperatures are above 55 degrees. Water sparingly prior to the caladium tubers sproutingPrefer well drained soil that is kept evenly moist. Caladium can take 8+ weeks...

Dinnerplate Dahlias produce colorful blooms as big as dinnerplate. This decorative Dahlia is sure to impress! Each bloom will measure 8-10" in diameter. This one is bright white highlighted with purple striations throughout. Official flower used for 14th Wedding Anniversary. Perennial only in Zones 8-10. For the large dinnerplate dahlias, we encourage you to pinch out the center-growing tip right above the 3rd full sets of leaves. It will make the plant less top-heavy to where you have a need...

Sometimes called a Spider lily too. The very attractive 4-6 exotic spider-like blooms per stem and have amaryllis like leaves. This plant serves as an exciting focal point when planted in pots. For a true bold impression plant them in large groups.

Gladiolus, or sword lilies, are sure to be the high point of your summer garden. These fuchsia-pink attractive plants grow up to 60" tall and produce large flowers. Gladiolus look beautiful when they are planted in groups of 5 or more, or when incorporated into a cut flower bed. These easy to grow plants require full sun and well drained soil. Symbolize beauty, moral integrity, faithfulness. Birth month flower for August! Used for 40th Wedding Anniversaries. Click here for additional...

Dinnerplate Dahlias create colorful blooms as big as dinnerplates. Each bloom can grow up to 8-10" in diameter. This is a white with creamy center dinnerplate dahlia that will surely help create an award-winning garden and a great pop for evening views of your garden. Official flower used for 14th Wedding Anniversary.  Perennial only in zones 8-10. For the large dinnerplate dahlias, we encourage you to pinch out the center-growing tip right above the 3rd full sets of leaves. It will make...

Enjoy this unique blue Siberian iris with white striations through the petals. Siberian Iris are an easy to grow perennial, suited best for sunny areas, and adaptable to moist soils once established. The grassy foliage remains attractive all season, and looks best planted in mass, in the border or near waters' edge. New to bare root perennials? Click here to learn all about growing perennials on our Bulb Blog! ...

Foliage plants add texture to the garden. This collection of plants like caladium, elephant ears and hosta are known for their interesting leaves. They grow in part sun to full shade for best results. The caladium and elephant ears are hardy in zones 8 and above. The Mixed Hosta are hardy in zones 3-9. Foliage Favorites Collection Includes 1 package of Summer Breeze Caladium (5 bulbs per package)1 package of Postman Joyner Caladium (5 bulbs per package)1 package of Tea Cup Elephant Ears (1...

Our collection of pre-chilled daffodil bulbs are ready for your indoor forcing plans. This collection offers a sampling of daffodil bulbs for forcing. Plant these daffodils indoors in containers. They can also be grown in warm climates that do not have consistent cold temperatures necessary for flowering.  Forced Bulbs Daffodil Collection Includes: 1 package of Dutch Master Daffodils (5 bulbs per pack) 1 package of Bridal Crown Daffodils (5 bulbs per pack)1 package of Ice...

These spring favorites will brighten up your winter gardenscape whether it be indoors or outdoors. Forcing bulbs in winter is a fun project that helps pass the time and provides something to look forward to. The bulbs in this garden kit have been chilled for you prior to shipping and are fully prepared for planting for your flower bulb forcing project. Gardeners in warm climates can plant these bulbs outdoors through early February for blooms outdoors in early spring.  Forced Bulbs Spring...

Plant this popular cut flower for fresh fragrance in your home! Freesia is a popular summer blooming bulb, and this collection makes it easy to try several varieties of it. This collection come complete with all 4 varieties we sell! Plant in full sun with moist, fertile and well drained soil for best results. Full sun, rich soil and good drainage are essential to get these to bloom. Must be planted/started when temperatures are at 45-50° at night (for at least 4- 6 weeks) with full sun at day....

Dahlia Freya's Paso Doble is an Anemone-flowered dahlia known for its striking, cheerful, bi-colored blooms that appear from midsummer until the first frost. The flowers feature a ring of flat, creamy white outer petals that often have a subtle lemon-yellow blush near the center. This outer ring surrounds a dense, prominent "pom-pom" or central boss of deep, vibrant yellow tubular petals. This dahlia is highly regarded for its garden performance and is suitable for sunny borders and as an...

Spectacular color with delicate ruffled petals make these long blooming beauties a real show stopper!   * Please note the varieties that are pictured are not guaranteed to be in the mix. They are just an example of what varieties are often used*  As long as 2 colors are represented, this item is considered a mix. Looking for more information on planting dahlias? Click here for some handy advice from our Bulb Blog! ...

Fuzzy Wuzzy is a vibrant dahlia known for its playful, spiky petals that a create an almost fuzzy appearance. The hot pink and white fringed tips make a eye catching statement. The unique fluffy appearance adds to its charm and stands out in gardens and floral arrangements. Fuzzy Wuzzy will bring the cheer and energy to your space! Looking for more information on planting dahlias? Click here for some handy advice from our Bulb Blog! ...

This dwarf oriental lily has all the features of an oriental lily, except it is compact in size. Growing only 2' tall at mature height, let this lily be the party in your container or border garden this summer. Star-shaped blooms are striped with yellow in the center of the petals, and then splashed with red-pink speckles throughout the entire bloom - how fun! New to planting lilies? Click here for planting and care information from our Bulb Blog! ...

Hot pink flowers adorn the Garnet Glow Calla lily in mid-summer! These beauties make a perfect cut flower, as well as being great for mixing in with your perennials and container gardens. Plant Garnet Glow calla lilies with Purple Gem Cactus Dahlia, and Patriot Dahlia for a fun and vibrant color display!New to planting callas? Click here to learn all about calla lilies on our Bulb Blog! ...

This charming flower does not resemble any of its kind. The tender white flowers have a purple heart and they dangle decoratively of a 32 inch stem. They flower one at a time and thus stay in bloom from early august till the first frost. Also known as Acidanthera Murielae, also called Peacock Orchid or Peacock gladiolus.

Glowing Ember Crocosmia is a bright mix of orange, red and yellow. This mix will bloom in middle to late Summer. Adequate drainage is essential to the longevity of crocosmia bulbs.

These widely-admired cut flowers are a favorite of flower arrangers and garden designers alike with its multiple stalks & flowers per bulb! These cheery yellow flowers are sure to brighten up your garden. In mild climates they can be used as architectural plants, for instance along the edge of a pond, as they require moist soil. Most plant these in containers, and they can be great house plants. New to planting callas? Click here to learn all about calla lilies on our Bulb Blog! ...

Fill your baskets and containers with showy hanging basket begonias. These begonias thrive in partial shade and bloom for months in summer. 3 bulbs will fill up an 10-12" diameter hanging basket. Add begonias to containers with other summer flowering bulbs and annuals. Begonias can be started indoors early to get a jump start on the growing season.  Hanging Basket Begonias Collection Includes 1 package (3 tubers/pkg.) Red Hanging Basket Begonias #211331 package (3 tubers/pkg.) Angeliq...

The Hardy Gloxinia is a favorite in old English gardens and, with their lilac-purple flowers, they add an almost tropical-looking accent to any garden! The deeply divided leaves form low clumps and produce 12-24" trumpet flower stems, completely void of leaves. The flowers emit a slight fragrant and are quite attractive to butterflies, birds, and bees alike. Remove faded flowers to encourage more. Protect in winter.

Red poppy like flower with a black center. They will bloom for 4-6 weeks! Helps make nice flower carpet. Anemones need good drainage or they will rot. Flower symbolizes unfading love and protection against evil. New to planting anemones? Click here for planting and care advice from our Bulb Blog!

Great border or ground cover flowers! Perennial for Zones 7-10!Blooms for 4-6 weeks! Anemones need good drainage or the bulbs will rot. Flower symbolizes unfading love and protection against evil. Contains the following individually packed and labeled varieties: 1 pkg. (25 bulbs/pkg.) Sylphide Anemone (#28140)1 pkg. (25 bulbs/pkg.) Hollandia Anemone (#28139)1 pkg. (25 bulbs/pkg.) Mixed St Brigid Anemone (#28128) New to planting anemones? Click here for planting and care advice from our Bulb...

Take the guess-work out of planning your summer garden this year and take advantage of the special pricing on this Instant Summer Garden Collection! This special item contains over 170 bulbs that includes yellow, pink, salmon, peach, orange, blue, purple, red, white, fuchsia and cream colors and will be sure to fill your garden with color throughout the summer season! Also, a perfect gift for someone you may know who is just starting their garden or for a new homeowner! Contains the following...

This border lily is cute and compact and works great in border planting as well as in containers. Inuvik Lily will bloom in mid-Summer with white blossoms that are accented with brown freckles near the center of the flower. New to planting lilies? Click here for planting and care information from our Bulb Blog!

Oxalis Iron Cross produces delicate, pink flowers in the summer months. The lovely shades of purple and green on the 4 heart shaped leaves make this plant a delight to have in your garden. They are the good luck plant!

This unique mix has sword like leaves with long wiry stems that have two-toned star shaped flowers in red, orange, peach, pink and yellow. Ixia is a late spring to early summer bloomer. A great option for borders, meadows, beds and cut flowers.

J'eanne D'arc Crocus are a bright, white blooming crocus.  This variety is a strong performer and is perfect for forcing indoors. *Our pre-chilled bulbs are ready for shipping starting in mid-December. By this time they have received the minimum amount of cold temperatures required for forcing and flower bud production.* Pre-chilled bulbs are great for forcing indoors, as well as for climates where consistently cool temperatures are not available. You can complete this "forcing" process...

Also called Guernsey Lily, Japanese Spider Lily, and Cape Flower. Interestingly enough the flowers bloom without any foliage having yet grown. For this reason the it is also known as the Naked Lady. Strong flower stems bloom in bunches of 6 to 8 pink, trumpet shaped flowers with curved petal tips. A true gem for the late summer since the flowers don't start showing till September.