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Some tulips flower earlier than others – early-flowering varieties bloom from very late March to April, mid-season bulbs in April to May, and late-flowering ones bloom in May. You can prolong your displays by growing a mix of different types.
You can also mix flower shapes, heights and colours. Combining tulips can be quite an art but you can buy ready-selected bulb mixes at the garden centre or online.
How to grow tulips
Plant tulip bulbs in moist but well-drained soil in a sunny spot in mid- to late autumn – November is ideal, while December is good if you're in a very mild part of the country.
However don't throw out your bulbs if you haven't got around to planting them by Christmas, as even bulbs planted in early January can perform well. Plant at least three times the depth of the bulb, pointed end up, around 5cm apart.
For the best displays, plant fresh bulbs each autumn.
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Ensure your bulbs look spectacular next spring – horticultural expert David Hurrion shares his top tips for planting bulbs in pots, in lawns and in your borders
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