Four 'easy to grow' flowers to plant in February for spring blooms
dailyrecord.co.ukWith February more than half way over, spring will be upon us before we know it.For gardeners, that means getting certain jobs done now to ensure a bright, seasonal outdoor space later this year.
One task that those with green fingers should be doing now is planting bulbs and sowing seeds.By doing this early on in February, you can enjoy beautiful flowers in the later year and extend the growing season, according to Gardeners World.While having certain resources to hand like propagators, grow lamps and greenhouses open up the variety on what can be planted, certain flowers are considered to be "easy to grow and can be sown in pots or even outside directly.Whether you're a seasoned grower or new to the gardening world, these plants are sure to make your garden gleam in the warmer seasons.Lily bulbs can be planted at any time from autumn in a sunny spot.
Once flowered, they make for stunning summer border blooms. Bulbs should be planted around 15-20cm deep in well-drained soil.
If the ground is too wet, they should be first planted in pots to migrate once flowered.Sweet peas are a summer garden staple and a flower that can be grown without too much fuss.For best results, seeds should be sown individually in biodegradable pots or cardboard tubes, to prevent root disturbance.
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