John Wood, Head Gardener at Hinton Ampner in Hampshire, shows us how to pot bulbs for spring.
A good job for a rainy winter's day, John layers narcissus and hyacinth bulbs in a shared pot. After the bulbs are potted, he advises placing them in a cool, dark place (2 - 8 degrees) for around 8 weeks to allow the roots to develop. After this, bring the pot out and the bulbs will flower.
This technique guarantees early flowers next year, bringing spring into the greenhouse early, brightening up those dull days in February.
More videos from the Alitex Series:
* How to take plant cuttings * How to sow seeds * How to lift and store dahlia tubers
Alitex Series Video: How to take plant cuttings
The head gardener at Hinton Ampner shows us how to take plant cuttings, and gurantee next year's stock.
Alitex Series Video: How to sow seeds
Head gardener at Hinton Ampner shows us how to sow seeds, a simple and economical way of raising new plants
Alitex Series Video: How to lift and store dahlia tubers
Head Gardener at Hinton Ampner in Hampshire shows us how to lift dahlias and store the tubers over winter.
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How to make a gloomy city garden into a haven of colour and natureTiffany Daneff discovers how to transform a typically dark London back garden into a light-filled green haven that is always in use. Photographs by Clive Nichols.
