Planted the Bulbs

Over that last couple of weeks I put in about 50-60 of the flower bulbs my mom gave me.  I lost count.  I doubt they will all grow.  Like so many other times in my life, I jumped in blindly.  I poked holes in the ground, dropped in the bulbs and filled the holes with topsoil or dirt that used to be in the hole.  Some I probably planted too deep, others too shallow.  Then there is the issue of those poor plants having to make it up to through the clay soil.  Maybe I will get a few flowers.  Nothing to do now but wait for Spring.  In 4-5 months, I may have many beautiful flowers.  Or not.  At least I have another reason to look forward to Spring. 

This summer now that I know I have a house and a yard, I will plan my gardening more carefully.  The former owner did a great job of planting lovely flowers in front of the house, so I will have potted plants, some hanging baskets, maybe even a vegetable or herb garden.  The thing is, I still don't cook often so much of my produce will probably go to waste.  I do love plants, though.  Also, I want some trees!  I want a lovely Japanese maple or two out front.  I haven't the first clue how to go about planting trees.  There is much to learn!