• First you must choose whether you want to plant your bulbs in a border or in pots/containers.
• To create an impressive display, a perfect border needs 25 to 50 bulbs.
• When planting bulbs in borders it’s best to plant a cluster of around 6 at a time, making a hole for each bulb.
• To create a more natural look to your flower garden try planting bulbs in irregular shaped areas, varying the spaces between the clusters.

• First, work out the correct planting depth by measuring the bulbs from base to tip, and then calculate double or triple this measurement - for example, a 6cm bulb should be planted at 12-18 cm deep.
• Now use a hand trowel to dig a hole for each bulb, place the bulbs in the holes with their ‘nose’, or shoot facing upwards, replace the soil and gently firm it down.

• Water the area using a watering can or hose pipe, keeping the soil moist for the first few weeks.

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