Invest in colour with flower bulbs!

There’s something magical about stepping into your garden after a long winter and seeing the very first green shoots breaking through the soil. Those fresh signs of life don’t happen by chance — they are the result of flower bulbs you plant in the autumn. If you want a colourful, fragrant spring garden, now is the time to buy and plant your bulbs.

Why Plant Bulbs in Autumn?

Most spring-flowering bulbs, such as tulips, crocuses, daffodils, and alliums, need a cold period to develop properly. By planting them in autumn, the bulbs can establish roots before winter sets in. Then, as soon as the days lengthen and temperatures rise, they burst into bloom — often weeks before other plants in your garden wake up.

Planting bulbs is also one of the easiest ways to garden: dig a small hole, place the bulb with the pointy side up, cover it with soil, and let nature do the rest. With minimal effort, you’re rewarded with a spectacular show of colour in spring.

Tulips: A Timeless Classic

No flower is as iconic as the tulip. Available in countless colours, shapes, and sizes, tulips can transform your garden into a painter’s palette. Plant them in clusters for bold blocks of colour, or mix different varieties for a playful effect. From early bloomers in March to late-flowering tulips in May, you can enjoy a continuous display for weeks.

Crocuses: The First Signs of Spring

Few things lift the spirit like the sight of crocuses poking through the last patches of snow. These small but vibrant flowers are often the first to bloom, bringing life and colour to your garden at the earliest hint of spring. Their cheerful purples, yellows, and whites look stunning in lawns, rock gardens, or naturalised under trees.

Daffodils: Bright and Cheerful

Daffodils (narcissi) are the embodiment of spring joy. Their golden trumpets are a symbol of new beginnings and resilience. Daffodils are also incredibly reliable: once planted, they often return year after year, multiplying and filling your garden with even more sunshine-yellow blooms. They thrive in borders, containers, and even woodland settings.

Alliums: Architectural Elegance

If you’re looking for something striking and unusual, alliums are the bulbs to choose. With their tall stems and large, globe-shaped flower heads, they add a dramatic, architectural element to your garden. Blooming later in spring and early summer, alliums bridge the gap between spring bulbs and summer perennials, ensuring continuous interest.

Tips for Planting Flower Bulbs

• Timing: Plant in autumn before the ground freezes — usually from September to November.

• Depth: A good rule of thumb is to plant bulbs at a depth about three times their own height.

• Soil: Choose well-drained soil; bulbs dislike sitting in water.

• Design: Plant in groups of at least 10–15 bulbs for maximum impact.

Start Your Spring Garden Today

Buying and planting bulbs in autumn is like planting a promise — a promise of colour, fragrance, and joy after the grey of winter. Whether you choose the timeless beauty of tulips, the early charm of crocuses, the cheer of daffodils, or the elegance of alliums, your spring garden will thank you.

So don’t wait — shop your flower bulbs today and look forward to a spectacular spring display!