20 Sensational Spring Blooming Bulbs to Plant This Fall!
Every Spring we see beautiful tulips and daffodils blooming throughout many neighborhoods and in the countryside. If tulips or daffodils don’t appeal to you or you feel like trying something different, there are other Spring blooming bulbs that can add bright color to your Spring garden. Some of the Spring blooming bulbs are allium, crocus, hyacinth, grape hyacinth, anemone, and irises. These Spring blooming bulbs can give your landscape that much needed pop of color in the early Spring. You can take your garden from a nice looking garden to a Sensational Spring Blooming garden.
Transform your dormant Winter weary garden into a Sensational Spring blooming garden by planting some Spring blooming bulbs this Fall. Then sit back and wait for your Spring garden to explode with color next Spring. Trust me, next Spring you’ll be glad you did.
We’ve found 20 Sensational Spring Blooming Bulbs to plant this Fall so that you can transform your Winter garden into a Sensational Spring garden. Take a look at these beauties and let us know what you think.
Allium Purple Sensation is an ornamental onion with 4 to 5 inch dense violet globe blooms that bloom in late Spring. The Sun loving Allium Purple Sensation grows in zones 3 to 8, reaches between 30 to 36 inches tall, and likes either normal or acidic soil. Allium Purple Sensation can be planted along a slope or bank, it is beneficial for pollinators, attracts butterflies, makes for great cut flowers, is both deer and rabbit resistant, hot dry site tolerant, and can be used in containers on a porch, deck, or patio. A sensational choice for any garden.
Allium Mount Everest, another ornamental onion, has all white, baseball size flowers on 3 foot stems and blooms in late Spring to early Summer. Sun loving Allium Mount Everest grows in zones 3 to 9, and likes soil that is either normal or acidic. Allium Mount Everest can be planted along a slope or bank, is beneficial for pollinators, attracts butterflies, makes for great cut flowers, is both deer and rabbit resistant, hot dry site tolerant, and can be used in containers on your deck or patio.
Allium Drumsticks has oval shaped burgundy blooms on wiry stems that appear in late Spring to early Summer. The Sun lover Allium Drumsticks grows in zones 4 to 9, can reach up to 25 inches tall, and likes soil that is either normal or acidic. Allium Drumsticks can be planted along a slope or bank, is beneficial for pollinators, attracts butterflies, makes for great cut flowers, is both deer and rabbit resistant, hot dry site tolerant, and can be used in containers on your deck or patio. Allium Drumsticks will make a bold appearance in your garden!
Allium Atropurpureum is an heirloom variety with dark, burgundy purple florets on tall stems and blooms between late Spring or early Summer. Allium Atropurpureum grows in zones 4 to 9, can grow up to 25 inches in height, and likes either full Sun or part Sun and part shade. Bold and dramatic Allium Atropurpureum is deer resistant and makes a great cut flower bouquet.
Allium Christophii has spiky little florets that are 8 to 10 inch globes in violet pink with a distinctive silvery sheen that blooms in late Spring to early Summer. Allium Christophii grows in zones 3 to 8, can reach up to 18 inches tall, and likes Sun to part Sun and part shade. Allium Christophii is deer resistant, can be planted in rock gardens, garden paths or trails.
6. Chionodoxa Alba or Glory of the Snow
Chionodoxa Alba or Glory of the Snow has snow white star blooms on narrow foliage that blooms in early Spring. Chionodoxa Alba grows in zones 5 to 8, likes full Sun to part Sun and part shade, and grows about 8 inches tall. Chionodoxa Alba likes normal soil, can be planted along a slope or bank, is beneficial for pollinators, and is deer resistant.
7. Eranthus Hyemalis or Winter Aconite
Eranthus Hyemalis or Winter Aconite has glossy bright yellow buttercup blooms over frilled foliage that appear in early Spring. Eranthus Hyemalis grows in zones 3 to 7, likes Sun to half Sun and half shade, and is 3 inches tall. Tiny Eranthus Hyemalis is dramatic planted on a slope or bank, is both deer and rabbit resistant, can be used in containers, can be used as ground cover or in rock gardens.
8. Galanthus Flore pleno or Snowdrops
Galanthus Flore pleno or Snowdrops has 3 white petals that surround a fluffy center that blooms in early Spring. Tiny Galanthus Flore pleno grows in zones 3 to 7, reaches 2 to 3 inches in height, and likes full Sun to part Sun and part shade. Fragrant Galanthus Flore pleno can be planted on a slope or bank, beneficial for pollinators, deer resistant, and is dry shade tolerant.
Easy to grow Hyacinth Aida has large clusters of intense dark purple fragrant blooms that bloom in early to mid Spring. Hyacinth Aida grows in zones 4 to 8, reaches between 8 to 12 inches in height, and likes full Sun to part Sun and part shade. Hyacinth Aida is beneficial for pollinators, can be used for cut flowers, fragrant, deer and rabbit resistant, and can be used in containers. Hyacinth Aida likes normal soil.
Hyacinth Gipsy Queen has blooms that have coral, salmon, and peach tones with creamy butter highlights that bloom in early to mid Spring. Hyacinth Gipsy Queen grows in zones 4 to 8, likes full Sun to half Sun and half shade, grows between 8 and 12 inches tall, and likes soil that is either normal, clay, sandy, or acidic. Hyacinth Gipsy Queen is beneficial for pollinators, can be used for cut flowers, fragrant, deer and rabbit resistant, and can be used in containers.
Hyacinth Pink Pearl has deep pink flowers with a pearly sheen that makes it iridescent and blooms early to mid Spring. Hyacinth Pink Pearl reaches between 8 and 12 inches in height, likes soil that is either normal or sandy, and grows in zones 4 to 8. Hyacinth Pink Pearl is beneficial for pollinators, can be used for cut flowers, fragrant, deer and rabbit resistant, and can be used in containers. Pink Pearl likes full Sun to part Sun and part shade.
12. Muscari Dark Eyes or Grape Hyacinth
Muscari Dark Eyes or Grape Hyacinth has sapphire blue blossoms that changes shades of blue as blooms mature. A petit 6 inch tall Muscari Dark Eyes grows in zones 3 to 9, likes full Sun to part Sun and shade, and likes normal soil. Muscari Dark Eyes blooms in mid to late Spring, can be used on a slope or bank, beneficial for pollinators, attracts butterflies, can be used for cut flowers, fragrant, deer resistant, and can be used in containers. Dark Eyes is also great for use on garden borders, rock gardens, for naturalizing and planting alongside tulips or daffodils. Stunning and dramatic garden color when planted en masse.
13. Muscari Mountain Lady or Grape Hyacinth
Muscari Mountain Lady or Grape Hyacinth has periwinkle blue florets that begin blooming from the base to the top appearing like snow covered trees. Mountain Lady blooms in mid Spring and likes full Sun to half Sun and half shade. Muscari Mountain Lady grows in zones 3 to 8, grows 6 to 8 inches tall, and does well in normal soil. Muscari Mountain Lady can be used in a slope or bank area, is beneficial for pollinators, attracts butterflies, deer resistant, naturalizes quickly, and can be used in containers. A sensational spring blooming bulb, Mountain Lady has stunning bi-color blue pyramidal clusters against deep green foliage.
Muscari Ocean Magic has waves of blue that is dark below with lighter blues as it rises and topped in sparkling white that appear in early to mid Spring. Classic and fragrant Muscari Ocean Magic grows in zones 4 to 9, likes full Sun to part Sun and part shade, and grows to 6 inches tall. Muscari Ocean Magic is an easy to grow bulb that will help you transform your garden to a bright and magical Spring garden.
15. Crocus Romance
Crocus Romance is a sweet buttery yellow petal blossom with white highlights that bees find irresistable. Charming Crocus Romance grows 4 inches tall in zones 3 to 8, blooming in early Spring. Crocus Romance one of the first flowers of Spring, likes full Sun to part Sun and part shade.
Anemone Mr. Fokker has periwinkle blue blossoms with striking jet black centers that appear in early to mid Spring or mid to late Spring based on your location. The 8 inch tall Anemone Mr. Fokker grows in zones 7 to 10 with planting in the Fall. For cooler zones, Anemone Mr. Fokker should be planted in the Spring for late Summer blooms. Mr. Fokker likes Sun to part Sun and part shade, makes great cut flowers, and can be grown in garden containers.
17. Anemone Sylphide
Anemone Sylphide has bold and sensational hot pink blossoms with blue-black centers that are magnets for bees and butterflies. Anemone Sylphide grows in zones 7 to 10 with plants reaching about 8 inches in height. Anemone Sylphide attracts bees and butterflies, makes fantastic cut flowers, and can be used in container gardening. Anemones can be planted in the Fall in warmer regions or in Spring for cooler regions with blooms in Summer. Plant Sylphide is full Sun, part Sun and part shade, or shade.
Iris Harmony is a dwarf Iris that grows between 5 and 6 inches tall with dazzling royal blue petals that have showy white and yellow markings that blooms in early Spring. Fragrant Iris Harmony likes Sun to part Sun and part shade, is a great addition to a rock garden or along a garden path or walkway. Iris Harmony likes well drained soil and a drier soil.
Lion King Iris has blooms that are gold, tan, and brown like a lion’s mane. The Lion King blooms in late Spring. Sun loving Lion King Iris grows in zones 6 to 9, grows 12 to 18 inches tall. Sensational Lion King Iris is deer resistant, can be used in garden beds and borders, plant around a street mailbox, and can be used as cut flowers. The Lion King Iris looks especially interesting to me. The contrast of golds, tans, and browns makes this an absolute winner!
Katherine Hodgkins Iris and also referred to as Orchid Iris, has pale blue petals with a yellow crest and dark blue veins that bloom in the Spring. Dwarf Katherine Hodgkins Iris grows in zones 4 to 8, grows between 6 to 8 inches, and likes Sun to half Sun and half shade. Katherine Hodgkins Iris is cold hardy, deer resistant, can be planted in garden beds, garden borders, used in containers, and perfect for cut flowers. Katherine Hodgkins Iris is a great addition for winter gardens, rock gardens, naturalizing or forcing, and it likes soil that is normal.
For transitioning to a Sensational Spring garden consider planting any of these Spring blooming bulbs in your garden this Fall. Planting bulbs is quick and easy to do in the Fall when the soil is still workable. Trust me after a long Winter season, you’ll be glad you planted some Spring blooming bulbs as Spring plantings begin to emerge next Spring.
For information on Spring blooming Tulips, see our post 28 Spring Blooming Tulips to Plant This Fall. For information on Spring blooming Daffodils, see our post 26 Spring Blooming Daffodils to Plant in the Fall. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us in the comments below. We always are ready to help you out.
