Sarah's top picks for wonderful winter flowers to grow in the greenhouse - Episode 243

One of the joys of year-round gardening is the succession that comes from a bulb lasagne, and for those with a greenhouse, the possibilities are stunning.

This episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ is full of inspiration for early narcissi, late tulips, and dahlias fit for each layer of a bulb lasagne, with a quick recap on how to layer them for maximum impact.

We’ll also hear Sarah’s homemade remedy for mildew, a pesky problem that greenhouse gardeners will need to watch out for as they grow their delightful arrangements.

In this episode, discover:

• How to master the art of the ‘bulb lasagne’ for layers of beautiful blooms from winter right through to late spring • The best bulb varieties and combinations to guarantee a continuous parade of colour, scent, and picking opportunities all year round • Simple, effective ways to use your greenhouse for early flowers and delicious winter edibles • Tips for keeping your plants healthy and thriving, with a homemade solution for mildew

Products mentioned:

Narcissus 'Avalanche'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-avalanche

Narcissus 'Erlicheer'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-erlicheer

Narcissus 'Cragford' (Forcing)

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-cragford-for-forcing

Iris x hollandica 'Red Ember'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dutch-iris-red-ember

Allium jesdianum 'Purple Rain'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-purple-rain

Allium hollandicum 'Purple Sensation'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-hollandicum-purple-sensation

Allium cristophii

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-cristophii

Dahlia 'Strawberry Cream'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-strawberry-cream

Tulip 'White Valley' syn 'Exotic Emperor'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulip-white-valley

Anemone coronaria 'Mistral Bordeaux'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/anemone-coronaria-mistral-bordeaux

Ranunculus Butterfly 'Ariadne'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/ranunculus-butterfly-ariadne

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