With spring in the UK already in full swing, many homeowners have taken steps torevamp their gardens

and make them appear brighter for the calm season ahead. One of the many aspects to alter in a lawn is

the selection of plants. Greens add colour, not to mention liven up the setting and purify the air around

the house.

For this year, the perfect choice is spring bulbs. The main consideration in buying bulbs is the type of soil

present in the garden. The majority of hardy bulbs in the UK comes from the Mediterranean, which

means these plants thrive in freely draining soil set in warm climates. Homeowners should keep in mind

that sunshine and drainage are highly important points, as bulbs may rot when dormant.

Here is a guide on where to plant bulbs.

En mass planting of bulbs looks great in formal displays. The flowers

come together and paint the picture of a solid block of flowering

plants, unifying the look of a garden. Early-flowering tulips go best

with summer annuals, so that there will be blooms even after the

season. Homeowners should go for the showier and larger varieties

of bulbs for major spots in the garden.

A Planting Guide to Spring time Bulbs

Formal Planting

Pots

For patio displays, bulbs in pots are the best option. The good thing

about this setup is its flexibility, as a garden lover can keep it simple

with a single type of the bulbs packed in one pot, without ruling out

the possibility of having a variety of flowers in one pot for a bumper

show. The challenge here, however,ismaking the blooms appear all

together.

Resources:

http://www.longacres.co.uk/shop-online/

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/gardening/gardeningadvice/9952264/A-guide-to-spring-

gardening.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/gardening/basics/techniques/plant_bulbs1.shtml

Naturalising bulbs

Herbaceous borders

After the winter, tree bases remain light and moist, which makes

these locations great for spring-flowering bulbs. Crocuses,

anemones, scillas, and erythroniums are perfect choices for this

type of setup.

Dwarf daffodils, winter aconites, and snowdrops have the

character to transform the look of a garden from dull to colourful.

Many homeowners like a natural look in the garden and simply toss

the bulbs up in the air and plant where they fall.

Bulbs are also appealing gap-fillers in herbaceous borders. This

creates a shade of interest between shrubs and perennials before

these come into bloom. Fritillarias, tulips, daffodils, and winter

aconites are great options for some splash of colour.

Spring is a good season for changing the look of a garden. With the

right placement, bulbs can easily beautify a green space and make

it a highly interesting part of a home.