It's bulb time!

'Snake's Head' Fritillaria

This is a great bulb for planting under trees, in a woodland or in pots or containers. Unusual and full of colour, they are very easy to grow and are best suited to well-drained soil, so use plenty of grit and prepare to be pleasantly surprised!

Snowdrops

Such a romantic flower. The first flower of Spring...

Best planted in groups of 9 or 12. I always find that clusters under trees or under large shrubs turn out terrific. They are very easy to plant bulbs that have that wonderful iconic charm.

The Element of Surprise!

One of the nicest things I find about planting bulbs is that, often, I will forget what bulbs I had put down! So every Spring I am pleasantly surprised when little groups of snowdrops, crocus, bluebells or daffodils start popping up all over my garden. Spring is full of surprises!

Bluebell Glade

The perfect way to relax...

Not everyone will have a woodland in their back garden, but it is amazing what you can achieve even in a small garden. A few trees under planted with Bluebells will transform your garden into an enchanted forest. Even a patio can look magical with the addition of these blue beauties. Pots upon pots of Bluebells will be stunning and will really create a relaxed, calming atmosphere in your garden.

Anemone Blanda

One of my favourite bulbs! I love it because of its cheerful, pretty appearance and the sheer value that the bulbs give. They just flower and flower and flower!

Anemone can be tossed any way into the ground. They have no top or bottom so they are fairly fool-proof. Anemones come back stronger and stronger each year so they are great for ground cover. Again, as with all bulbs they can be planted in the ground, in pots, containers or window boxes.

The First Annual Bulb Day for Kids takes place in Griffins Garden Centre on Saturday 25 August all day! Join children from all over Cork and plant a pot of bulbs and flowers to take home with you and grow. There will prizes, activities, fun and smiles all round!