Tips for months of glorious colour in your garden
Want a garden full of gorgeous colour and charming ambiance this summer? Plant summer-flowering bulbs such as dahlias, gladioli, lilies, begonias and callas to create a floral paradise that will bloom for months. Learn how to plant, care for and combine these bulbs for a garden that is not only beautiful but also contributes to biodiversity.
Why choose summer-flowering bulbs?
Summer bulbs add warmth, vibrancy and variety to any outdoor space. They bloom from June until well into autumn and attract bees and butterflies. So, they’re perfect for a colourful garden and contribute to the well-being of nature.
How to plant summer bulbs for optimum results
- Pick the right spot: sunny with will-drained soil.
- Planting time: after the last night frost, usually from April to late May.
- Planting depth: twice the height of the bulb. For dahlias and begonias, a few centimetres of soil will suffice.
- Tip: Plant them with the pointed tip facing upwards but don’t worry if you did not do this. Most bulbs will find their way on their own.
Care: water, feed and protect
- Water during prolonged dry periods but avoid waterlogged roots.
- Add compost when planting to get them off to a productive start.
- Use mulch or ground covers to retain moisture and prevent weeds from growing.
No garden? Enjoy gorgeous summer bulbs in pots
- Choose pots with drainage holes and put clay pellets at the bottom.
- Plant bulbs closer together for a full, lush effect.
- Place the pots in a sunny spot and water them regularly.
Combine varieties for long flowering
Mixing various varieties of summer-flowering bulbs will extend the flowering season from June to late in the autumn. You’ll create a garden full of colour as well as a source of nectar for bees and butterflies.
Suitable for any garden style
Whether you want a romantic cut-flower garden, a modern outdoor space or a playful border: summer flowering bulbs are perfect everywhere. With a little care and attention, you can enjoy flowers for months!
