Spring Bulbs | Identify, Plant and Storage

Spring Bulbs | Identify, Plant and Storage

Author: Golden Acre Home and Garden April 16, 2023 Duration: 38:42

Do you enjoy bulbs in your garden? Bulbs seem to raise a lot of question marks here in the greenhouse. We're hoping to demystify some of your more common Q's such as when to plant them, how to plant them, how to store them, and how to discourage destruction caused by some of our neighbourhood critters.... The Helpful Gardeners on talking bulbs on today's episode >>>

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In this weeks episode ....

  • 00:00 | Introduction
  • 05:00 | Types of bulbs and when to plant them
  • 10:00 | Bulbs are low maintenance   
  • 10:55 | Companion planting 
  • 11:50 | Lifespan of a bulb
  • 13:10 | How to plant a bulb 
  • 14:43 | Which way is up when planting? 
  • 17:20 | Benefits of bone meal
  • 22:00 | Benefits of blood meal
  • 23:50 | Fertilizer program
  • 25:00 | Lighting requirements
  • 26:00 | Moving bulbs outside
  • 27:00 | Going Rogue: planting bulbs closer than suggested
  • 27:45 | A special birthday shoutout
  • 30:00 | Storing bulbs inside over winter 
  • 32:50 | Caution when using chicken wire... 
  • 34:10 | Question of the Week
  • 37:40 | Next Week....  

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK 

We had a question on Instagram from Holly Marisco this week!

How do you store your more tender bulbs so they make it through the winter?

 

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NEXT WEEK 

We're discussing ways to protect your garden from common neighbourhood critters!

Turn in Sunday's 8AM MST for more fun with the helpful gardeners!


Ever find yourself staring at a wilting houseplant or a patch of backyard dirt, unsure where to even begin? That's the exact spot where The Helpful Gardeners finds its footing. This isn't a lecture from a distant expert; it's a conversation between two people who genuinely love turning spaces into places. Colin brings his certification and decades of hands-in-the-dirt knowledge from working in all sorts of climates, while Brandi comes at it with a beginner's curiosity and the willingness to ask the questions you might be thinking yourself. Each episode of this podcast from Golden Acre Home and Garden feels like pulling up a chair in a friendly, sunlit shed. You'll hear practical, real-world advice on everything from landscaping fundamentals and seasonal garden tasks to keeping your indoor jungle thriving. They tackle specific problems, share successes and failures, and break down complex topics into manageable steps. Released three times a week, this regular dose of guidance aims to build your confidence, whether you're cultivating a windowsill herb garden or planning a major backyard overhaul. Tune in for the kind of relatable, grounded chat that makes the whole process feel less like a chore and more like a rewarding discovery.
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