After a long Chicago winter there is nothing sweeter than spring flowers peeking from the garden to signal the warmer days ahead, and fall is the perfect time to add bursts of spring color with bulbs. Here are 4 reasons we love incorporating bulbs into our landscape designs:
- Seasonal Transition: Bulbs help transition a landscape design through the spring season seamlessly. Early-blooming bulbs like daffodils or tulips can fill gaps before late-spring or summer perennials emerge, ensuring continuous color and structure.
- Layered Planting Design: Bulbs allow for strategic layering in the landscape, providing different heights and textures that enhance depth and visual interest. They can be planted beneath shrubs or perennials, creating dynamic, multi-layered compositions.
- Flexible Planting in Small Spaces: Because bulbs don’t require much room, they are perfect for small garden spaces, containers, or in between established plants. This flexibility allows for added color and texture without overwhelming the overall design.
- Contrast and Movement: Bulbs introduce contrasting forms and movement to the landscape. Tall, slender bulbs like alliums or fritillaria sway gently in the breeze, contrasting with low-growing groundcovers, adding both vertical interest and dynamic visual appeal.
There is still time to get bulbs in the ground this fall for a vibrant and impactful spring bloom. If you’d like our design team to assess your outdoor space for a custom bulb planting plan, contact a member of our team today to schedule a consultation for your property.