12 Spring Bulbs You MUST Plant in October — Miss This Window and Wait a Full Year

October is the perfect time to plan a spectacular spring garden. Planting spring-flowering bulbs in autumn gives many varieties time to establish roots and receive the winter chill they need before blooming. In this video, discover 12 spring bulbs to plant in October: snowdrops, crocuses, Iris reticulata, daffodils, hyacinths, muscari, tulips, alliums, snake’s head fritillaria, crown imperial, camassia, and Siberian squill. Learn which bulbs deliver the earliest flowers, which thrive in damp or shady corners, and which bring bold color and fragrance to your garden. You'll also discover the bulb-layering technique, sometimes called lasagne planting, for creating successive waves of blooms in the same garden bed. Choose bulbs suited to your climate, provide well-drained soil where required, and plant at the correct depth for each variety. Planting times and winter-chilling needs vary by region and species. Legal Notice: This video is created under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 (fair use) for educational and commentary purposes. Some visuals may belong to their respective owners. Contact for credit or removal.