Summer Flowering Bulbs
Summer Blooming Bulbs
Just Arrived! - Flower Bulbs! It’s that time of year when the fear of frost is over and planting summer-blooming bulbs is a great idea. Like most plants, bulbs appreciate well-drained soil rich in organic matter. So mix compost into your bulbs' planting holes to ensure good blooming. Choose from Dahlias, Freesia, Gladiolus, Lilies, Begonias, Ranunculus and more! These beauties will return year after year with impressive color. Please note, not all varieties are available at all locations.
Dahlias
At SummerWinds, we have an incredible selection of dahlia tubers to bring impressive color to your garden this summer. This year’s selection includes Dinner Plate, Decorative, and Semi Cactus types.
Dinner Plate Dahlias 
Dinner Plate dahlias boast enormous blooms, reaching 8–12 inches in diameter, with broad, layered petals that create a dramatic, full appearance. Their heavy blooms often require staking.
Varieties Include:
- Dahlia Dinner Plate Babylon Red
- Dahlia Dinner Plate Labyrinth
- Dahlia Dinner Plate Lady Darlene
- Dahlia Dinner Plate Rip City
- Dahlia Dinner Plate Tartan
Decorative Dahlias 
Decorative dahlias feature large, fully double blooms with broad petals, offering lush and symmetrical flowers perfect for garden displays and cutting.
Varieties Include:
- Dahlia Decorative Hapet Daydream
- Dahlia Decorative Mister Optimist
Semi Cactus Dahlias 
Semi cactus dahlias feature pointed, textured petals that create a spiky, starburst-like look and add great texture to beds and bouquets.
Varieties Include:
- Dahlia Semi Cactus Cheyenne Chieftain
Gladiolus
Planting gladiolus bulbs enhances your garden with vertical interest, vibrant colors, and excellent cut flowers. For a succession of blooms, plant at 2–3 week intervals.
- Gladiolus Large Flowering Blue Moon Mixture
- Gladiolus Large Flowering Mardi Gras Mixture
- Gladiolus Large Flowering Sunset Mixture
Planting and Care Tips for Gladiolus 
Planting Time: Plant corms from early spring to late summer for staggered blooms.
Location: Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil (6–8 hours of sun).
Depth and Spacing: Plant 4–6 inches deep and 4–6 inches apart, pointed end up.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.
Support: Tall varieties may need staking.
Freesia
Freesias are fragrant, trumpet-shaped blooms that add vibrant color and sweet scent to beds and containers. They’re easy to grow and a lovely choice for Bay Area gardens.
- Freesia Double Mixture
- Freesia Single Mixture
Lilies
Planting lily bulbs adds elegant, often fragrant blooms and dramatic vertical accents. Below are the lily varieties in this year’s selection:
Asiatic Forever Susan Lily
A striking Asiatic lily with deep mahogany blooms edged in orange. Great for borders and containers.
Lancifolium Splendens Lily
Also known as tiger lily—bright orange blooms with dark spots and a robust, low-maintenance habit.
Oriental Big Smile Lily
Fragrant Oriental lily with bright, cheerful blooms that make a statement in beds and bouquets.
Oriental Double My Wedding Lily
Pure white, double blooms with an intensely sweet fragrance—classic and elegant in the garden or vase.
Lily of the Valley
(Convallaria majalis) Tiny, bell-shaped white flowers with a heavenly fragrance. Thrives in partial shade.
Other Beauties
Begonia Odorata 'Angelique'
Fragrant begonia with lush blooms—excellent for containers and shady patios.
Wand Flower (Ixia hybrid 'Mixture')
Graceful, star-shaped blooms in a mix of colors—great for sunny borders and cutting.
Blazing Star (Liatris spicata 'Violet')
Tall spikes of purple flowers that attract butterflies and pollinators—ideal for sunny borders.
Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis tricolor 'Mixture')
Bright, multicolored blooms with striking centers—cheerful color for sunny, well-drained spots.
Ranunculus Aviv (Selection)
Rose-like blooms in layered petals—excellent for containers and cutting gardens.
- Ranunculus Aviv Mixture
- Ranunculus Aviv Pastel Mixture (Pink&Wht)
- Ranunculus Aviv Red
- Ranunculus Aviv Salmon
Gardening Essentials - For Planting Flowering Bulbs
SummerWinds Planting Mix
SummerWinds Planting Mix is a Natural and Organic Blend formulated with your growing conditions in mind. It is an all-purpose mix, great for flowers, trees, vegetables and ornamentals. Available in 2 cu ft. Bags.
Espoma Bulb-Tone Bulb and Flower Food
Bulb-tone is the ultimate organic plant food for all bulbs! It’s a rich blend of the finest natural and organic ingredients, enhanced with humates and beneficial microbes.
Bulb Planter
This handy little tool will make planting your flowering bulbs a breeze.
