Bulbs to put a spring in your step

With plenty of thrifty deals being offered on bulbs, now is the perfect time of year to experiment with them in your garden

Fritillaries add a bit of variety Pic: Carien van Boxtel

At this time of year, many suppliers offer great deals on bulbs in a bid to get them out of warehouses and into the ground. Take advantage of this to try something other than the daffodils and tulips that are regularly supplied.

Below is a list of bulbs, some small, some tall, but all of which add interest to the spring garden. Some, such as Ipheion, Scilla and Chionodoxa, once established, fall into ...