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Holly Crossley

When and how to plant crocus bulbs – for a dazzling display come spring

When and how to plant crocus bulbs – purple crocus flowers.

Now that summer is drawing to a close, it's a good time to learn how to plant crocus bulbs. These perennials may be small, but they bring a welcome splash of colour amongst the late-winter gloom, whether you grow them in containers or dot them through your lawn.

You can buy pot-grown spring bulbs at the start of the year, which are useful for quick patio displays. However, planting dry bulbs tends to be cheaper and is super simple – so it's worth thinking ahead.

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