{"title":"Spring Planting Bulbs","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrighten Your Summer Beds With Spring-Planted Bulbs!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a long, gray winter, there's nothing quite like the promise of fresh blooms and vibrant color. \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/spring-planted-bulbs-and-why-you-need-some\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpring-planted bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e bring the garden back to life with summer-flowering beauty! These include not just bulbs, but also rhizomes, tubers, bareroots, and corms, each one a ticket to color, fragrance, and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/5-ways-to-attract-more-pollinators-to-your-garden\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epollinator power\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in spring after the danger of frost has passed, these heat-loving plants bloom in summer and dazzle with bold colors, delicate petals, and unique textures. Whether you're dreaming of wildflower charm or dramatic tropical vibes, there's a bulb to match your garden's style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Tips For Planting \u0026amp; Growing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet your bulbs off to the best start with these quick care steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePlant in early to mid-spring after frost danger passes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eFollow each bulb's care instructions for sun, soil, and spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePlant 2–3 times deeper than the bulb's height, roots down, pointy side up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eCover with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/blogs\/garden-blog\/how-and-why-to-mulch-your-plants\" target=\"_blank\"\u003earborist mulch\u003c\/a\u003e to retain moisture and buffer temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eDunk bulbs in water before planting and give a deep soak after\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eUse the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fwbc7SHDHBo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFinger Test\u003c\/a\u003e to check soil moisture during early root growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Uses For Spring Bulbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet your creativity bloom! Spring-planted bulbs are perfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eContainers and porch planters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eMailbox beds and foundation borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eFocal points in perennial gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePollinator-friendly meadows and Cottage Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eCut flower arrangements and indoor vases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey even brighten up shady corners or indoor spaces, just move containers as needed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePopular Summer-Flowering Bulbs at Nature Hills\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd dazzle to your garden with a mix of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eAnemone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eLily of the Nile\/African Lily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eFreesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eDahlias\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eHollyhocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eLilies (Asiatic, Oriental, Tiger)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eGladiolus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eCaladiums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eCrocosmia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eElephant Ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePeonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eRanunculus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eCanna Lilies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eTuberose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eVirginia Bluebell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom vibrant color to lush foliage and fragrance, there's something for every style!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHave Questions? Call Our Plant Experts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady to refresh your garden? Spring-planted bulbs are the perfect way to kick off the season and fill your space with bold blooms and lush texture. Order today and we’ll ship them to your zone at planting time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mojito-elephant-ear","title":"Mojito Elephant Ear","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nhProductCopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig leaves - huge impact! The unique display of the Mojito Elephant Ear (Colocasia 'Mojito') will have heads turning! Impressive enough to have enormous heart-shaped leaves, but to have those leaves spattered, streaked and splotched in deep dark purple, light green and dark green means your garden just gained an incredible tropical accent!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bold speckled foliage is fast-growing and has a wonderful vase shape. The dark reddish stems hold the downward-facing foliage aloft for a fountain-like appearance! Elephant Ears are your go-to for fast visual impact and a giant, tropical accent! Forming clumps 36 inches tall and 3-4 feet wide, Colocasia \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/flower-bulbs\/flower-bulb-varieties\/elephant-ear-bulbs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eElephant Ear corms\u003c\/a\u003e can fill a large area in a single growing season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing from large corms each spring, Elephant Ears quickly reach towering heights and their large leaves expand to draw the eye to an area without fail! These corms grow each spring, quickly reaching towering heights and their large leaves expand to draw the eye to an area without fail! Northern growers can enjoy these plants as annual accents, then dig the corms in the fall and store them for spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Application:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMojito Elephant Ears are impressive specimens and focal points! Stand a pair of Colocasia in upscale planters on either side of your driveway or to the entrance of a pathway, or add some incredible tropical flair to your front porch! You'll feel whisked away with a privacy row of Elephant Ears forming a visual barrier around your hammock or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/5-plants-for-poolside-planting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epool seating\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContainers, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/365-gorgeous-days-with-hardy-container-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eplanters\u003c\/a\u003e, or in the ground, you won't go wrong with these fantastic focal points! Great as a stand-alone focal point, amazing as a 'thriller' in containers and the garden, and a fantastic backdrop for your other summer blooming flowers, hammock, or seating areas! Anywhere Elephant Ears grow, it is certain to draw lots of attention and provides a dramatic green backdrop to your landscape!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaked, Speckled \u0026amp; Striped in Tropical Greens \u0026amp; Dramatic Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatuesque Leaves, Reddish Stems \u0026amp; Prominent Veins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding Tropical-Looking Accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Perfect Thiller in Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow as an Indirect Light Houseplant, Landscape Specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e#ProPlantTips for Care:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColocasia loves rich, moist soil, and has the best coloration in full sun or part shade. Provide regular moisture and a well-drained organic location for best results. Easy care and hardy perennial in zones 8-11 however colder zones will not miss out! Gardeners in zones 3-7 may overwinter the corms indoors covered with dry peat moss or wood shavings. Dig up the corms after the leaves have been dried by frost. Place in a warm, dark and dry place with a temperature no higher than 50-60°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow in Full Sun or Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular Fertility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig Corms in Fall \u0026amp; Store\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturehills.com\/blog\/post\/proplanttips-low-maintenance-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLow-Maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e Annual in Cold Climate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColocasia Mojito Elephant Ears will be your garden's newest diva! Bold and dramatic, this show-stopper won't take all your time either! Order this bi-color beauty today at NatureHills.com! Reserve quality corms and bulbs now for shipment at the right planting time in your growing zone!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature Hills Nursery","offers":[{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":51953786126706,"sku":"19274","price":45.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/files\/mojito-elephant-ear-colocasia-hybrid.jpg?v=1775637221"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/6356\/6133\/collections\/springplantingbulbs-2531073.jpg?v=1766185322","url":"https:\/\/naturehills.com\/collections\/spring-planting-bulbs.oembed?page=3\u0026q=hydrangea","provider":"Nature Hills Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}