The promise of a colourful spring garden begins now – buy your spring-flowering bulbs in March to ensure that you get the best quality and variety but wait until April, when soil temperatures drop, before planting them. Bulbs come in many shapes and sizes, but make sure the ones you choose are firm and unblemished. Other than daffodils and hyacinths, highlighted here, brilliant bulbs to add to your spring collection include Allium ‘Winter Fairy', Babiana varieties, and of course – all the tulips you can get your green fingers on!
A host of daffodils
Daffodil () bulbs grow during autumn and winter when the leaves from surrounding trees have fallen off, allowing the cool-season sunlight through. These gorgeous flowers mix well with small groundcovers and annuals for borders in semi-shade, as well as with other shade-loving bulbs. They will also perform beautifully in deep pots indoors near a windowsill receiving some morning sun. When planting, add plenty of compost and a handful of bone meal. Keep
