two.little.daffodil. bulbs

Taking advantage of a dry stretch, we put some daffodil bulbs in the ground. We wanted a "cutting garden" in one of our garden beds so we don't have to cut daffodils from our landscaping.  This is a great project for kids of all ages.  Peyton helped me dig the trenches, place the bulbs in the trenches, cover them up with dirt, pat then water.  It took about 25 minutes in all and kept Peyton occupied.
 

Carefully placing bulbs right side up.

 

Covering bulbs with dirt.

Project Notes:  

~ This is an easy project that requires little gardening experience.
~ Fall (Oct & Nov) is the best time to plant daffodil bulbs but late winter (Jan & Feb) will work as well.

~ Choose a location with decent soil (nice drainage...no clay).  Daffodil bulbs tend to rot if they sit in too much water.
~ If you are creating a "cutting garden" plant 6 inches apart in rows.  If you are planting around your yard in landscaping, try planting in "bunches" of 3 or 5 bulbs in a one foot circular area.  One lone bulb will look lonely by itself.  If you are planting in a container you can mix with other spring bulbs or fill it with daffodils spaced about 6 inches apart.

~ Generally speaking, spring bulbs require part sun to full sun but be sure to check the bulb packaging or online before you select a location for your bulbs.

~ Dig your hole or trenches to specified depth for your bulb.  Daffodils need about 6-8 inches. 

~ Gently place the bulb in the hole point side up.

~ Cover loosely with dirt then gently pat dirt to secure the bulb.

~ Water.  Sounds silly being that Oregon has very wet springs.  It's important to water just enough that the dirt is compacted around the bulb leaving no air holes.  Better yet, plant just before a good rain and you can skip this step.

~ Watch your bulbs grow and enjoy!