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The 5 bulbs to avoid planting in pots, according to gardening experts - or risk being disappointed by your floral displays

Bulbs to never plant in pots purple and white allium flowers growing in garden.

There are some bulbs to never plant in pots – this is usually because they grow into very large plants, that benefit from being able to grow very deep roots, or because they struggle in the drier and less nutritious environments that pots provide.

Making sure you know which bulbs to never plant in pots will help to ensure that your garden erupts with beautiful blooms come spring. It is also important that you know how to plant bulbs – as this will have a huge impact on their success and your garden ideas.

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