Flower bulbs
Flower bulbs: a colorful start to the season!
With flower bulbs you can easily bring color and life to your garden, borders, or pots. They provide a beautiful spring bloom and make any outdoor space instantly cheerful.
• Available in many varieties and colors
• Ideal for borders, pots and garden beds
• Flowering period from early spring to summer
From cheerful yellow to deep purple and soft white:
There is always a bulb that suits your garden.
Flower bulbs: frequently asked questions
How do I choose flower bulbs for a long season of colour?
Combine bulbs with different flowering periods. Choose early spring bloomers for the first colour, add mid/late spring bulbs for continuity, and include summer-flowering tubers for colour well into summer. Planting in layers (taller types behind, lower types in front or on top in pots) also helps keep the display balanced as the season progresses.
Which flower bulbs work best in borders versus pots?
For borders and garden beds, choose bulbs that can stay in the ground and form reliable clumps over time, placed in groups for impact. For pots, choose bulbs that perform well in confined space and give quick, concentrated colour; use a container with drainage holes and refresh the potting mix for best results. A practical rule: pots dry out faster, so pick bulbs/tubers that match the level of watering you can maintain.
Sun or shade: what’s the safest placement for most flower bulbs?
Most flowering bulbs perform best in a bright spot with at least half a day of sun, which supports strong stems and richer flowering. Light (dappled) shade is often fine for spring bulbs, especially if the area gets sun earlier in the year. Avoid deep shade and persistently wet soil, as these are common causes of weak growth or rotting.
What are common mistakes when planting flower bulbs, and how can I avoid them?
The most common issues are planting in waterlogged soil, planting at the wrong depth, and using too few bulbs for a good effect. Improve heavy soil with grit or compost so water drains away, follow the depth guidance on the packaging (a stable rule is deeper planting for larger bulbs), and plant in clusters rather than single bulbs scattered around. For summer-flowering tubers, wait until the risk of frost has passed and provide support for taller, heavy-flowering plants if the location is windy.