Growing Bulbs in Pots

Enjoy Flowering Bulbs Indoors All Winter

Flowering bulbs in pots are an easy way to bring color and life into your home during the winter months. Pre-forced bulbs, which have already been chilled and prepared to bloom, are widely available and simple to care for.

Some bulbs are sold already showing color and typically bloom for 7 to 10 days indoors. Others are sold in the early sprouting stage. While they may not look as exciting at first, they often provide a longer display as they grow and bloom in your home, on a porch or on a patio.

Simple Tips for Success

Keep bulbs in their original containers.
Bulbs can stay in their plastic growing pots and be placed inside decorative containers or baskets. You can hide the plastic pot with moss, soil, gravel or wood chips. If needed, bulbs can be gently removed from their pots since they are usually planted in loose, sandy soil.

Water carefully.
Bulbs need consistent moisture, but overwatering can cause rot. Water lightly and allow excess water to drain.

Mist blooming flowers.
Lightly misting blooms helps prevent them from drying out and keeps flowers looking fresh longer.

Create attractive displays.
Planting an odd number of bulbs in each container creates a more natural, balanced look. For best results, plant one color or variety per pot, then group multiple pots together for a vibrant display.

With minimal care, potted flowering bulbs can brighten indoor spaces and provide weeks of cheerful winter color.