Daffodil window box display

The tree lily is a giant of the lily world, producing thick, sturdy stems that can reach up to 2.4m in height in its third year, compared to other varieties at 90cm to 1.5m. Tree lilies are generous too, producing impressive displays with each plant carrying up to 30 trumpet-shaped blooms. Flowering time depends on planting time and growing conditions, with flowers opening as early as June or later into July and August. Follow these easy steps to create your own dramatic display with tree lili

This pink, perky display produces a contemporary feel, with the contrasting dark leaves bringing some drama to the arrangement. To keep the container looking good, water it regularly and remove the blooms as they fade for a display that will perform until the first frosts of autumn. Place it in full sun or partial shade. Follow our simple steps to plant up this begonia and marguerite container display.

Spend an hour or two planting prepared narcissi in early autumn, and you’ll be able to enjoy their fragrant flowers during the dark days of winter. It’s important to buy bulbs that are labelled as suitable for forcing – popular varieties include ‘Paperwhite Ziva’ and ‘Soleil D’Or’. For an interesting indoor display, choose a glass bowl and fill it with gravel, glass beads or pebbles. Forum discussion: Am I too late to plant tulip or daffodil bulbs? Here’s how to force narcissi.

Learning how to plant a window box can immensely enhance the front of your home. And the sky’s the limit when it comes to the planting possibilities and color schemes. From the scent of perfumed flowers wafting in through the window on a warm summer night to the sight of cheery blooms which greet you when you come home after a long day, window boxes can make a stunning addition to any space.There are so many options for window box ideas. For starters they can be placed anywhere – no