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Homes & Gardens
Sarah Wilson

7 unusual bulbs to plant in spring – these beauties will add exotic blooms and striking foliage to your summer garden

Pink Tiger flower against background of orange summer flowers.

It's time to start thinking about what bulbs to plant now for long-lasting summer blooms.

There are lots of lesser-known, more unusual bulbs to plant in spring if you want to try something different, which will flower right through summer and in some cases into fall. The standout varieties recommended here by our expert growers are a fresh new take, helping you mix up the look with some surprise elements.

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