Southern Gardening Guide

Spruce up your garden with fresh ideas and simple how-tos

The Bulb Hunter

The story of a young man with a dream--and the faith to see it through.

Photography Ralph Anderson, Article by Gene B. Bussell

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The Southern Bulb Company

Some things have to be done while you're still young--before you realize they're probably nearly impossible. Fortunately for Southern gardeners, Chris Wiesinger, 27, was brave enough to launch a nursery, The Southern Bulb Company.

Left: Digging bulbs requires a strong back, a sharp shovel--and a good truck.