Oldgardenrose said:There is also a general principle for all holes used for planting saying that the old soil should be mixed with the new soil in order to prevent the "well effect". One of the expert members had, in past threads, cautioned against simply digging a hole and placing the new plant in it. The roots will grow out to the edge of the hole and turn back into the richer soil which will, in time, cause the roots to strangle themselves or grow back across each other.
kousa said:Hi Joanna. I have been thinking about your subject, planting bulbs together with peonies. I have done what you did and I have not had much success. All of my bulbs do not bloom at the same time as the peonies. By the time the peonies bloom, all of my daffs and tulips are done. If you plan to have the blooms alternate then it is ok. Also, plant the bulbs in groups, not rows will have really nice effect.