Bulbs in Spring, but Also in Summer! A Top 14

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Willemijn van Iersel, Friday 17 February 2023

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'Prairie and ornamental grass borders peak in late summer; summer bulbs make a great addition'

When you think of bulbs, you likely think of spring: crocuses, tulips, and snowdrops marking the transition to warmer days. But spring isn't the only season suited to bulbs. Summer has a lot to offer too. So consider using summer bulbs and tubers in your planting plans.

Large-flowered gladiolus

Summer bulbs have been growing in popularity in recent years—and rightly so. JUB Holland supplies hundreds of summer-flowering bulb varieties. Especially for De Hovenier magazine, JUB Holland compiled a top 14 list of the best summer bulbs. What qualifies? Varieties that are strong, reliable, beautifully flowering, easy to combine, and provide a powerful color boost to any summer garden.
Summer bulbs come in many forms—from vibrant and bold to subtle whites and soft yellows. Many, like dahlias, gladioli, and Crocosmia, pair beautifully with summer-flowering perennials and annuals in a sunny flower border. Here, in no particular order, is the top 14 of summer bulbs:

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