Fritillaries are remarkable plants. This plant genus has over 130 known species found growing in temperate regions worldwide, mostly in Europe and Asia, although there are 20 species native to North ...

Imperial fritillaries, also known as fritillaria, are one of the earliest spring bulbs to begin flowering. With huge stems and bell-like petals, this bright flower can add flair to any spring garden ...

As soon as Christmas passes and we hurtle into spring, many look out for the first sign of life: the emerging albino head of the crocus, or an early flame bud of a daffodil. For many, these are the ...

FOR CHEERY SPRING COLOR, plant bulbs this fall. The best thing about spring-blooming bulbs is that they already have a flower ready to go, so they can’t fail to bloom. That is, unless squirrels eat ...

Looking for something dramatic for your spring flower garden? Consider fritillaria! These spring-blooming bulbs are easy to grow and their unusual, bell-shaped flowers are quite an attraction in the ...

When it comes to planting spring blooming bulbs, location is a big key to success. Most need full sun (six hours or more of direct rays). But remember, there are always exceptions, so read the labels.

SNOWDROPS, CROCUS, daffodils and tulips — pretty much in that order — blast us with color and fragrance just when we crave it most. Their sequence of bloom reassures us that spring is on its way. And ...