Bulbs planted in autumn come to life now and deliver vibrant bursts of colour – a joy to see after the dark winter months. Daffodils (more on those overleaf) and tulips are enduring symbols of spring

Make more plants this month by dividing perennials, sowing hardy annuals and planting summer bulbs

Pop bulbs in borders or pots now for stunning summer blooms year after year

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Louise Curley celebrates spring’s homegrown and low-carbon blooms, showing how to pick for months and arrange them in garden-gathered style

Divide, pot up, and get them into the greenhouse now for vibrant summer flowers