Summer Ready Bulbs

Take a look at Mr Fothergill’s summer-flowering bulbs to enjoy stunning blooms by the time the sun comes out. Sometimes referred to as nature's pocket-sized gifts for gardeners, summer-flowering bulbs bless us with bright colours every year – even with minimal attention, making them particularly easy to grow!

From different-coloured astilbes to breathtaking bearded irises, calla lilies and various types of gorgeous dahlia tubers, summer-flowering bulbs are always worth the wait. Our winter planting bulbs are seasonally available through most leading garden retailers, and also online.

What Bulbs Flower in Summer?

As one of Australia’s top suppliers of high-quality summer-ready bulbs, we stock a wide range of plump and fresh bulbs from June to September each year.

The range of bulbs that flower in summer we offer contains the best choices for your garden to burst with life in the warmer season. This includes various gladioli corms, hippeastrum bulbs, lilium bulbs, peony rose bulbs, dahlia tubers, and so much more to fill your growing space with vibrant colour!

How to Grow Summer-Flowering Bulbs

To reap the rewards of beautiful summer flowers when the hot weather arrives, be sure to time your flower bulbs correctly! Whether you decide to plant your summer bulbs in pots, containers or flower beds, you can rest assured they will grow beautifully in any environment.

To make a bright summertime statement, plant your bulbs in winter or early spring. We suggest planting bulbs in clusters or drifts instead of in solitary rows for a more aesthetically pleasing floral arrangement when they blossom.

Generally, summer bulbs will do best when grown in a sunny spot in your garden with well-drained soil. Be sure to water them regularly, but not excessively, as overwatering can cause the roots to rot. Feed them with a general fertiliser and mulch the soil to keep it free from weeds and moist. Come summertime, you will have grown wonderful blooms that will brighten up your garden for the warm weather!

Getting Your Garden Started in Winter

Winter is also the perfect time to plant summer produce like berry canes, as well as asparagus and strawberry crowns. When it comes to these plants, starting from the crowns and berry canes is the preferred way to grow. Not only will your crops fruit much faster from canes and crowns than seeds, but you will also have access to a wide range of varieties, bred for the Australian climate.

For more information on winter gardening, our guide on what to plant in winter contains many more great recommendations on what to start growing during this time.

Buy Winter Planting Bulbs at Mr Fothergill’s Seeds

Whether you want a practical garden full of edible produce and herbs, an ornamental flower garden bursting with blooms, or something in between, Mr Fothergill’s can help you with all your summer bulb needs.

So, create dazzling displays with our extensive collection of summer-ready bulbs. Shop our stunning range of summer-ready bulbs online or find just what you’re looking for at all good garden centres and hardware stores nationwide.

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