Why didn my spring bulbs (fall planted bulbs) come up or bloom?
The overall cause of a bulb not growing or not producing a bloom, but many nice leaves, is either the bud was damaged or a flower bud wasn’t formed. NO bud equals NO flower. Cultural conditions can also lead to diseases or conditions that cause the leaves to be deformed or the bulb to disappear. The following may lead to no flowers or no growth: Fertilizing & Watering: If bulbs have been fertilized or watered too much. Most bulbs prefer dry summers and a single application of bulb fertilizer in the fall. If your bulbs were planted near perennials, annuals or a lawn that you are constantly watering and fertilizing, they will not be happy. Sun: If there wasn’t enough sun last spring or they are planted in a shady area. Most spring blooming bulbs prefer full sun for 6 hours per day. Competition: If they are in competition with other plants, such as shallow rooted trees and aggressive perennials they may be weakened. Poor drainage: If water puddles where they are planted, they will get bas
