Exciting flower bulbs to shop this fall
All kinds of bulbs are simple care solutions to bring even more surprising elements to containers, beds, and even lawns. In this episode, Daniel and Carroll will be joined by valve enthusiast Joseph Tikonievich to discuss the most exciting variety they will add to their shopping cart this fall and winter.
Expert: Joseph Tikonievich is an independent plant breeder and author who lives in South Bend, Indiana. Check out more of his bulb recommendations in the Spring Bulb Buying Guide for the Fall 2025 issue!
Daniel’s Light bulb pick
‘dickcissel’ daffodil (narcissus John Kira “Dickcissel”, Zone 4-9)
“Sweet Woman” Greg’s Tulip (Tulipa greii “Sweet Woman”, Zone 3-8)
Blue Glove Arium (Allium CaeruleumZone 4-8)
Abyssinian Gladiolus (Gladiolus MuriellaeZone 7-10)
Carol‘S bulb pick
Crown Imperial (Fritillaria ImperialisZone 5-8)
“Ruby Giant” Crocus (Crocus Tomassinus “Ruby Giant”, Zone 3-8)
Giant snowdrop (Galanthus elwesii, zone 3-7)
“Pagoda” trout lick (Erythronium “Pagoda”, Zone 4-9)
Expert Joseph Tikonievich light bulb picks
Beaverstein’s Crocus (Crocus SpeciosZone 3-8)
‘Bright Jewel’ Tulips (Tulipa bataliniiZone 3-8)
“Chiquitita” daffodil (narcissus ‘chiquitita’, zone 3-8)
fumewort (Corydalis solida and cvs. ,zones 3–9)
For more information, check out Joseph Tychonievich and Spring Bulb Q&A
All photos from contributors unless otherwise stated.
