🌷 How to Plant a Bulb Lawn 🐝 Help Support Early Pollinators

Peggy Anne Montgomery from flowerbulbs.com and Dan Benarcik from Chanticleer Gardens share how to plant a bulb lawn with a succession of blooms. This mix of spring flower bulbs will naturalize in your lawn over time, feed early pollinators and create a beautiful display of color every year!
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[@censoredyoutube4902]

Finally someone demonstrated visually how to have a lawn full of beautiful blossom. Thank you.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching and commenting! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@peggymontgomery894]

How kind of you to say that, thank you, Peggy Anne

[@censoredyoutube4902]

@@peggymontgomery894 I'd been looking for useful instructions for years and finally this video showed that. Much appreciated !

[@peggymontgomery894]

@@censoredyoutube4902 That makes me so happy, thank you! PA

[@peggyfleming656]

We planted a hillside with little early spring bulbs at least 20 years ago and they have multiplied. They are followed by woodland ephemerals, so our pollinators are well fed.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Excellent! Sounds like a great place for spring pollinators.

[@peggymontgomery894]

It must be stunning in the springtime! Thank you from another pollinator lover, Peggy Anne

[@pattijacobs100]

Thank you! What a wonderful idea! Thank you for being so specific and explaining the process so well!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching. Peggy Anne and Dan do a great job

[@peggymontgomery894]

We’re so glad you liked it. Thank you, Peggy Anne

[@lisalikesplants]

This was a clear and excellent presentation.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thank you. Peggy Anne and Dan are great. We will have a follow up in a couple weeks with photos of the lawn this spring.

[@nabsiy6948]

Very well done. Thank you! Would love an update come spring 2023.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thank you! Will do!

[@peggymontgomery894]

Thank you so much, Peggy Anne

[@itkahsramal4983]

I've watched a lot of videos on KZbin and you two have done a fabulous job! Clear explaining while showing. Thank you.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@peggymontgomery894]

That is so kind of you to say! A big part of that was the Garden Gate team. Peggy Anne

[@anndradawn9158]

You’ve inspired us to plant a massive bulb lawn in our large backyard ❤

[@GardenGateMagazine]

So glad. We just shoot an interview with Peggy Anne and she gave us an update on how the lawn did this spring. Should be out this week or next. Be sure to look for it. Thanks.

[@Pervydachny]

Hello friends! I learned a lot of useful and interesting tips from today's video. I especially liked the landing drill. The hose idea is simple and practical. A bumblebee sleeping in a crocus is very poetic! Good luck to you🐝👍🌻💙🌷

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@peggymontgomery894]

Thank you for your kind words! Peggy Anne

[@nanapoppi3]

My husband and I have been planting daffodils over the last two years on the boulevard surrounding our house. Wish I had watched your video before planting, because I had no idea you could add different varieties of bulbs in each hole. Great video though and your message helping wildlife out.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching and commenting.Glad you found it helpful.

[@peggymontgomery894]

That must be so beautiful in the spring! PA

[@Ahmed-ku2fh]

Beautiful

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching! 🐝

[@carltorjusen558]

Last year l used the 1 3/4" dia auger but this year got a really neat tool for hole digging. its a about 9 " in length and has two sets of jaws which form a circle with the handle above. One presses on handle into earth and rotate in both directions. it has a depth gauge on the side. Pull out and pull in on handle and VOILA the clump of earth is released. l picked mine up at ACE hardware in gardening section for $5.99 US(last one)and online they are 11-15$US plus shipping.. l advise using it after some rain to make it make it easier to dig in and make the tool last longer. l used it to plant some 36 early snow glories(blue in color) and some giant crocus., 50 2 month grape hyacinths and 2 dozen dark eye grape hyacinthsl So l will leave a legacy after l'm gone of a complete blue lawn in earky spring . get that tool and as Tony the tiger would say ITS grrrRREAT. and after using it you may want to ditch your auger.(the 4" auger is great for bigger plants).any replies would be appreciated..

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thank you for the great tip. We will look for one them. Thanks for sharing.

[@sbffsbrarbrr]

This was a lovely video and quite inspiring. I can't wait to see the lawn in spring. Where should we look for you next year?

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching. We will plan on sharing an update next spring on our Instagram acount.

[@peggymontgomery894]

Thank you, I’ll take lots of pictures! Peggy Anne

[@MsSlushatel]

Thank you for the video. You just gave me an idea how to frame my mailbox area nicely and with less maintenance. I also like your care about pollinators. Spring blooming is my favorite time of the year. Cheers 😘

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@peggymontgomery894]

Cheers to you and thank you. I think your idea would be beautiful! Peggy Anne

[@LearnToGrow1]

Love this! Can't wait till spring!🌸

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@pescatarianfriend]

Love! We completely removed our turf this year to create a pollinator paradise. This is a great way to still have turf but also support pollinators.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Sounds great! Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@elizabethlee1756]

Thank you

[@katehache]

This is one of the best videos I’ve ever seen. Will you two adopt me? ❤

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Peggy Anne and Dan are so great. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@emanuelad3534]

Thank u, it will be amazing!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

We can't wait to see it this spring.

[@trishferrer8209]

Loved this!! 4 yrs we have tried to decide what to do abt our steep slope that starts at the far edge of our front yard, and extends almost straight down to the street. It is an eyesore for us and anyone who drives past our house, 3 out of 4 seasons, because of massive weeds. If we manage to mass-plant bulbs on the slope, I'm afraid weeds will grow between them. No one will be able to pull weeds if that happens, because it's too steep. Is there hope? Can you please advise? Zone 7b, W. TN. Thanks so much! 🐮🤠🌿

[@bleighve]

This is great! I am starting to plant bulbs around my septic fingerings system so we have a huge field of flowers near our garden and food for the bees I want to raise in the next couple of years. THANK YOU!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Sounds great! Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@peggymontgomery894]

Thank you! How exciting that you are going to raise bees! Keep planting, Peggy Anne

[@easternsecrecy9777]

This is wonderful information! Thanks for all the great tips.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful.

[@243951906]

So helpful! Thank you!!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@merrim7765]

SUPER helpful!! I have only 175 bulbs but I will be getting a drill and auger! Thank you!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@mkb7997]

Excellent video, absolutely excellent.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Glad you enjoyed it! Peggy Anne and Dan are excellent. We will have a follow up soon.

[@flatsville1]

Have you ever considered spearding perennial white dutch clover rather than grass seed? It will also then provide additional pollinator support once bulbs are spent & cut down on mowing.

[@peggymontgomery894]

I have thought of it but Id like to research it a little bit more.

[@eleanormarcellus8676]

Great info thx

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stephanienlev]

I love this!!! I can't wait to see the end results! 😍

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thank you! Cheers! We will share an update next spring on our Instagram page.

[@peggymontgomery894]

I’ll take pictures every week so you can see the succession of flowers. Thank you so much for your interest!

[@leticia-rl7yj]

Thank you ❤

[@peggymontgomery894]

Thank you for watching!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

You're welcome 😊

[@vintageblackarabians3797]

Thank You! I'm getting ready to plant woodland squill in my front lawn. Never thought of doing a mix, but I think I will add that for next year.

[@peggymontgomery894]

Adding to it every year is a great way to go! Peggy Anne

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Sounds great!

[@GardenHappy]

So awesome Peggy! I think this is an amazing idea!!! I totally agree with this idea… i dedicated my front lawn to pollinators as well. So much easier and iless stress. 🧡❤️💜💙💚 Liz in California

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Wonderful! Thanks for watching!

[@TonyCuckson]

Want to thank you both. Beautiful and inspiring presentation.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertp4716]

What a beautiful garden!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for visiting and commenting.

[@peggymontgomery894]

That’s very kind of you to say, Peggy Anne

[@milliebutterfly]

This was a wonderful demonstration. I'm inspired to try this.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching! Peggy Anne and Dan are real pros. They do a great job.

[@peggymontgomery894]

I hope you do! It’s a wonderful way to extend the gardening season and feed our bees. Good luck, Peggy Anne

[@tamar1211]

Fantastic video !!! I want more!!!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching and your kind words! We will keep searching for great content to share.

[@peggymontgomery894]

Many thanks from Dan and I!

[@teresasmith7234]

Love this idea! We had problems with squirrels one year, we put down some chicken wire and that kept them away. You've inspired me! Thank you. Can't wait to see your lawn in spring.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching and commenting. We will share an update next spring on our Instagram page.

[@peggymontgomery894]

Thank you so much. We’ll take lots of pictures!

[@61katharine]

I'm getting one of those augers from Santa this year!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Lucky you! Happy gardening!

[@GardenTatsiana]

😊❤😮super 😊❤😮

[@beckyscheller9358]

Please show the blooms in the spring want to try this in my yard

[@GardenGateMagazine]

We will get some shots for sure. Thanks for watching.

[@peggymontgomery894]

I promise I will!

[@sunnystump5155]

💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

[@Lisa-pd9xj]

Peggy, how do you know which holes are the deeper ones vs the shallower ones? It seems like you just throw bulbs in without looking, does it depth of the bulbs really matter that much?

[@asdtg]

❤❤❤

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Thanks for watching.

[@ivettesantana4319]

You can use augers because you have good soil. My is clay soil almost like rocks sometimes. i would break my wrist with that auger. I think I will stick to pots but i am still watching lol

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Yes, it can be harder in clay soil. Thanks for watching.

[@kso808]

Super interesting video! I use cayenne pepper as a rodent deterrent for susceptible bulbs, including species tulips.

[@sbffsbrarbrr]

I'm curious how you actually use the pepper. I feed squirrels in my yard so there are usually a half dozen or more running around and aerating the lawn 😁 . I would love to plant bulbs in my lawn but wonder if it would just be an expensive wasted effort.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Great tip! Several organic mixes include cayenne pepper.

[@kso808]

@@sbffsbrarbrr Well, first I usually spray Liquid Fence deer repellent on the plants or growing area in question. Then I shake some cayenne pepper on the same spots and plants. The liquid makes the cayenne cling better and longer to affected areas. I do this with species tulips (which I’ve read elsewhere are supposed to be critter-resistant) and lilies/bulbs. I also have many squirrels in my yard, and if they get some of the pepper on their paws I believe they’ll stay away for the most part. I really only use all of the above in limited-space island beds, not within my lawn.

[@WeezieV]

Can also plant micro or mini clover instead of the grass seed. Great for people with dogs. Doesn't turn yellow and it can be a "no- mow" lawn.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Great tip. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@patfaulkner2069]

Thank you for inspiring me to get my bulbs planted today. Late is better than never.... right?

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Absolutely!!

[@rebeccabeaver942]

This is such a great idea! Do you have to eventually divide these bulbs? I’m not super familiar with bulbs but I’ve heard it’s recommended to divide every few years or so for best performance. Not sure if it’s actually necessary or not but just wondering how much work that would be if it needed to be done for a large area like that.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Peggy Anne says, "No need for dividing really. You can after many years if you want to start a new group someplace else. They really just get better and better!" Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@peggymontgomery894]

Rebecca, I’ve seen many of these bulb lawns in the Netherlands that haven’t been divided in 400 years, just breathtaking! So glad you enjoyed it.

[@Sofi_CraftsandMore35]

When do you start to mow the grass??

[@myswedishcottagegarden]

do you use a regular drill machine, or do you need a special one?

[@GardenGateMagazine]

A regular full size drill works great.

[@melodymcarady2305]

what kind of fertilizer did you use please???

[@SS-wk7fx]

I'm new to bulb planting, and watch this video and was wondering how the outcome was in the spring. Can you link me to that video because I've gone through many of your videos and I can't find it. Thank you!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Here is the link. Thanks for watching and good luck. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqObZWqdbtasbsk

[@nishathasnain8315]

This is the best idea I've seen. It's like the best of the both worlds. From where can I get 1000 bulbs for an affordable price right before fall. Kindly advise, I live in Rhode Island, zone 6b. Thank you

[@GardenGateMagazine]

We like Van Engelen for large quantities. vanengelen.com

[@alleew.5922]

Is this doable in a zone 3-4? I love this so much!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Yes, it should work.

[@WeezieV]

The racoons at my house dug up my tulip bulbs because of the smell of the bulb tone. They also chewed a hole in the bag. They didn't bother the bulbs.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Oh no! Sorry to hear that.

[@nathankrump64]

Maybe you said and I missed it, where did you get all the bulbs you used in this video? I just planted my first 100 crocus and would love to add alternating blooms. Thanks!

[@GardenGateMagazine]

We like Van Engelen for large quantities. vanengelen.com. Thanks for watching!

[@carenallen5841]

I have a 16 in auger..I’m thinking I wish I’d have bought the size your husband’s using

[@GardenGateMagazine]

It really makes quick work of it. Thanks for watching!

[@sherriianiro747]

Pre - emergence harms bees - it stays in the soil a long time and not good to use around bulbs.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Exactly. Dan talks about pre-emergent working against bulbs in the video.

[@sherriianiro747]

@@GardenGateMagazine I believe he said pre - emergent herbicide is harmful but pre- emergent crabgrass is not but it is harmful to bees that pollinate the bulbs that absorb it.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

@@sherriianiro747 Yes, you are correct. Thank you for watching and commenting

[@alicias9928]

Where can I order huge quantities of crocus and other flowers with grass like foliage to do this? My front lawn is massive and it would cost a fortune to buy bulbs in bags of 50 at the hardware store.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

We like Van Engelen for large quantities. vanengelen.com

[@katif9406]

Can i put the bulbs then lay my new lawn in top? Will it still make its way trough the new lawn

[@GardenGateMagazine]

They should. They will work there way through boxes at the garden center!

[@loritagreene1075]

What planting zone are you in?

[@sbffsbrarbrr]

They are in Delaware, so probably zone 7.

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Yes, 7a

[@onetwocue]

if i treat my yard for weeds, will that kill off the bulbs?

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Weed killer will work against the bulbs. Dan touches on this in video when he talks about using pre-emergents. Thanks for watching!

[@onetwocue]

​​@@GardenGateMagazine but he doesnt give much detail. like is it going to kill them off?

[@ThomasMcL]

Any updates? 👀

[@GardenGateMagazine]

Working on it!

[@SajiSNairNair-tu9dk]

🤔 d n a change