Is It Okay To Start Planting For Spring Bulbs In Zone 7 In Mid October Or Will They Come Up Too Soon?

Question

It’s been raining a lot lately in NYC. Is it okay for me to put in my Spring Bulbs in damp or wet soil?

Answer 1

Plant before the first hard frost and soon after soil temps reach 60 degrees F. You can purchase an inexpensive soil thermometer or check your state mesonet maps. According to the mesonet map below, you could start planting now. If you miss that window, you can plant anytime up until the ground freezes. It is not a good idea to plant in wet soil, though. Let it dry out a bit before planting.

http://www.nysmesonet.org/weather/maps/soil-temperature-5cm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/tips-for-adding-bulbs-to-your-flower-garden.htm