I am an absolute sucker for virtually any type of bulb. In the past 12 months I have given into my addiction and started up a collection. I’m limited in what I can try as I don’t have any real garden beds (I live on the 5th floor). Instead everything must cope with being pot bound. I thought I’d share with you some of the lovely spring blooming bulbs that I’ve been enjoying lately. First up is this stunning orange tritonia…
Category Archives: Bulbs
Albuca Success!
I’m very happy to report that one of my first bulb experiments, Albuca spiralis, has been a great success. The yellowy green flowers were quite dainty and even held a chocolatey surprise…
The Yellow Sparaxis
Months ago I was trawling ebay searching for something unusual, something I hadn’t seen before. Naturally I was looking in the garden and plant section and was quickly rewarded with an offering of yellow sparaxis bulbs. Never having heard of yellow sparaxis I snapped them up without hesitation and planted them as soon as they arrived. Now I’m pleased to report that they are indeed yellow!
Bulbs in a Box
This week my bulbs arrived. Call me crazy but when I opened the box and saw all the little bundles my heart quickened and I got such a rush.
Saffron comes to Sydney
Call me crazy but the other day I decided to buy some saffron bulbs and give them a go. The allure of the world’s most expensive spice and its pretty crocus flowers was enough to sway me.
The Albuca Arrival
I love getting mail. Love it. And what could be more exciting than getting garden related mail? Not much I say. Today marked the safe arrival, in the mail, of my latest bulb purchase – Albuca spiralis.