cover of episode Forcing Bulbs for Indoor Arrangements with Sarah Raven & Arthur Parkinson - Episode 39

Forcing Bulbs for Indoor Arrangements with Sarah Raven & Arthur Parkinson - Episode 39

2021/10/28
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With 2021 waning and the winter months taking hold, the opportunity to force bulbs presents the delightful prospect of creating indoor arrangements for a much-needed splash of colour and pleasant aroma within the home.

This week’s episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ offers an eclectic selection of Narcissi, Amaryllis and Hyacinths to consider when assembling your chromatic chorus of bulbs, and essential advice on when, where and how to force your bulbs for maximum impact.

In this episode, discover:

  • What ‘forcing’ means, and how that helps you bring a delightful range of bulbs throughout the monochromatic winter months
  • The fabulous varieties of impactful, easy to grow Amaryllis
  • Growing for glamour and scent with vibrant Hyacinths
  • Sarah’s favourite Narcissi for reliable forcing year after year
  • Picking perfect pots, caring for your bulbs, and decorating your pots with a delicate sprinkling of Moss

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