There’s nothing like looking at a masses of beautiful flowers blooming in the garden at springtime.
But spring bulbs don’t bloom overnight, they actually need to be popped in the ground or pot in autumn to look as good as this picture come September.
Tulips and daffodils are the most common spring bulbs, but there are several other flowers you should consider when planning your spring gardening display.
Spring bulbs look stunning but you need to plant them well in advance. (Getty)
Here are seven floral varieties you can plant in autumn for blooms in spring.
Tulips
Tulips come in many varieties with some having a second layer of petals. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Tulips planted en masse are a stunning sight.
It’s even more special to see tulips you’ve planted grow from a bulb, sprout shoots and bloom as the cool of winter starts to fade.
Tulip bulbs come in a variety of colours and types. There’s even double petal and fringed options available.
Late April is a good time to plant unless the weather has been a little warm, then it’s best to wait until May.
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Daffodils
Daffodils are easy to grow and a cheery sign that winter is coming to and end. (Getty)
Daffodils are up there with tulips as one of the most popular spring bulbs, and you can easily see why.
The unique bell-shaped blooms look like little bursts of sunshine in their striking yellow colour.
But daffodils don’t just come in yellow, there are white flowers, white with orange centres, double petals and more.
One of the best things about planting daffodils is you don’t have to take the bulbs out to replant them. They can actually be left in the ground for about three years, meaning your hard work now will reward you multiple times.
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Hyacinths
Hyacinths can also be grown indoors using specially shaped vase filled with water. (Getty)
Hyacinths don’t just look good, they smell good too.
They are a very versatile bulb because you can plant them in the ground, in pots or even grow them in a vase or jar of water.
To grow your hyacinth in water you’ll need a bulb or hourglass vase. Add enough water into the vase so that it reaches the hyacinth bulb but doesn’t touch it.
Keep your hyacinth bulb vase in a cool, dark spot until you see a sprout. Then move it to a warmer spot with more light.
Ranunculus
Ranunculi aren’t technically bulbs as they are grown from corms. (Getty)
Why ranunculi aren’t more commonly known is a mystery. These flowers are incredibly stunning with layer upon layer of petals.
Unlike daffodils and tulips, ranunculi aren’t grown from bulbs but from corms.
Once your ranunculi have flowered, look out for when the blooms start to look droopy or a little worn out before deadheading. Cut the bloom off at the base of the stem to encourage new growth and get a longer season out of the plant.
Anemones
Anemones are striking in the garden, a pot or a bouquet. (Getty)
Anemones are such a pretty plant that usually comes in red, white, purple and blue with a striking dark middle.
There are both spring flowering and autumn flowering varieties, so be careful to plant the right type at the right time.
Then you can plant them in the garden to enjoy as is, or plant specifically to cut for bouquets and arrangements.
Freesias
Freesias have a beautiful fragrance that’ll waft through your garden. (Getty)
Freesias are a great spring bulb option for a fragrant garden. They also don’t need much maintenance once you’ve planted your bulbs.
This is another great option if you like to cut fresh blooms to display in vases and arrangements in the home.
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Crocus
Crocus are a short and cute plant that look extra gorgeous planted with daffodils or tulips. (Getty)
While many spring bulbs have long tall stems, crocuses typically only reach two to four inches. This makes them a sweet and dainty contrast to bolder blooms like tulips and daffodils.
Crocus look fabulous in pots and also make neat borders for your garden beds.
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