The lazy gardener's guide to autumn bulbs

Plant now, forget about it, and get the best spring you have had in years. That is the whole pitch, and it works.

Bulbs want three things: good drainage, the right depth and a little patience. Most failures come from planting too shallow, so dig twice as deep as the bulb is tall.

Tulips prefer a cold snap before planting, so wait until November. Daffodils and crocuses can go in straight away.

Water them in once, then leave them alone. Autumn rain does the rest, and over-watering is the fastest way to rot.

Plant now, forget about it, and get the best spring you have had in years. That is the whole pitch, and it works.

Bulbs want three things: good drainage, the right depth and a little patience. Most failures come from planting too shallow, so dig twice as deep as the bulb is tall.

Tulips prefer a cold snap before planting, so wait until November. Daffodils and crocuses can go in straight away.

Water them in once, then leave them alone. Autumn rain does the rest, and over-watering is the fastest way to rot.

Plant now, forget about it, and get the best spring you have had in years. That is the whole pitch, and it works.

Bulbs want three things: good drainage, the right depth and a little patience. Most failures come from planting too shallow, so dig twice as deep as the bulb is tall.

Tulips prefer a cold snap before planting, so wait until November. Daffodils and crocuses can go in straight away.

Water them in once, then leave them alone. Autumn rain does the rest, and over-watering is the fastest way to rot.

Plant now, forget about it, and get the best spring you have had in years. That is the whole pitch, and it works.

Bulbs want three things: good drainage, the right depth and a little patience. Most failures come from planting too shallow, so dig twice as deep as the bulb is tall.

Tulips prefer a cold snap before planting, so wait until November. Daffodils and crocuses can go in straight away.

Water them in once, then leave them alone. Autumn rain does the rest, and over-watering is the fastest way to rot.