Bulbs such as daffodils, tulips, crocus and hyacinth are planted in fall because they need time to get their roots going before pushing up to put on a spring show. Here's more advice from Heather ...

Pest-resistent bulbs: Three easy flowering species beyond daffodils. Published: Oct. 20, 2010, ... Bulbs are among the most reliable of plants — unless you count the critter factor. ...