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Nothing adds color and decor to your home like a potted plant. Learn how to create your own houseplant by planting flower bulbs in containers with this free video series from our gardening expert.
There are 12 videos in this series:
If you live in a small apartment or want a window flower arrangement, planting bulbs in containers is a great idea for home decor. Learn more about the benefits of flower bulb containers in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
Plastic, terracotta, metal, and ceramic are just a few flower bulb container options. Learn about picking a container in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
There are many things to consider before selecting flower bulbs, like shade versus sun and wet versus dry climates. Learn about picking flower bulbs for containers in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
Plastic water bottles, grass trimmings, and sticks are some materials you can use to plant flower bulbs. Learn about using recycled materials to plant flower bulbs in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
Don't use the high end soil to plant flower bulbs in containers. Learn how to mix compost, sand, and mulch to make flower bulb soil in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
Before planting flower bulbs in containers, consider where you are going to put the container. Learn where to place a flower container in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
By planting multi-layers of bulbs, create a full blooming flower container. Learn how to plant flowers in layers with this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
Different flower containers do well in specific areas. Learn where to place flower bulb containers in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
Just like nature, soak your flower containers well with water and then let them dry. Learn more tips for watering in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
To care for potted plants, remove dry and wilted leaves and water regularly. Learn how to maintain a healthy flower bulb contain in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
Caring for potted plants differs from season to season. Learn how to protect flower bulb containers during the summer, winter, fall, and spring in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
When a potted plant becomes overcrowded, it's time to divide the flowers. Learn how to transplant bulbs in this free gardening video about how to plant flower bulbs in containers.
Let's face it – not all of us have a green thumb. Though we try and try, some plants seem to just refuse our tenacity. This can be daunting and discouraging to those who want to enjoy the beauty of live plants at home. However, if you are one of these poor souls that seem to be cursed by plants, there is hope! Sometimes the simplest actions can make your dried-up green thumb blossom into a lush and thriving appendage. Of course, there are simple things that a plant needs for survival. Water, soil, sun and air seem to be the basic building blocks of plant care. So, with the proper combination of these simple elements and some flower bulbs, a regularly flower container can be transformed into the envy of plant lovers everywhere. In this free video series, learn how to plant flower bulbs in containers. Our expert, Yolanda Vanveen, walks you through all the steps for planting thriving potted plants. Learn about the benefits of potted flower plants. Also, learn how to pick containers, flower bulbs, and soil for your household plant. Yolanda even shows you how to water your plant. So, don't get discouraged. With these gardening tips, you can make beautiful flower bulb containers for your home decor today!
Yolanda Vanveen Yolanda Vanveen is a third-generation flower grower and sustainable gardener who lives in Kalama, Washington. She is the owner of vanveenbulbs.com and has sold flower bulbs on the Internet, at garden shows and at farmers' markets in the Pacific Northwest for more than 15 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in communications and international studies from Linfield College and is a graduate of the WSU Master Gardener Program. Vanveen represented the United States at the 2006 Indigenous Bulb Society Symposium in South Africa and has been featured on the PBS show, "Smart Gardening," demonstrating which way is up with flower bulbs.dkdk
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