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Bulbs to plant now for a rip-roaring spring show

Too many years ago, I spent a very happy few days with friends in the Peloponnese. It was early November; rain had fallen and the landscape was lushly green with reviving grass and germinating annuals

Now’s the time to turn tubs into next season’s showstoppers with our pick of high-impact performers – plus we’ve got top tips for growing success

Look ahead to next spring and prepare for a display to rival Chelsea!

Discover how to grow these seasonal showgirls to keep borders lively as the days grow shorter

With drier springs becoming the norm, autumn is now the prime season for action in the garden