ALEXANDRIA — As autumn settles over Minnesota, gardeners know it’s time to think ahead — not to winter, but to spring. Fall is the perfect season to plant spring-flowering bulbs, and with a little effort now, your garden will greet the thaw with color and cheer. This timing gives bulbs a chance to root before the ground freezes, setting the stage for strong spring blooms. Extend the bloom seasonMix early, mid, and late-season varieties to stretch your bloom time from April through June. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, planting bulbs in fall is a simple act of hope.