Spring may seem far off in March, but it’s actually the perfect time to start preparing your garden space for a burst of colour and life. At The Garden Alchemist, we believe that beautiful planting is at the heart of every dream garden. Whether you’re refreshing a tired border or embarking on a complete landscaping project, here’s how to plan a vibrant and well-structured planting scheme for your Surrey or Hampshire garden.

1. Start with a Garden Designer’s Vision

Before you dig in, take time to visualise how you want your garden space to look. Consider colour schemes, bloom timing, and plant height to ensure a layered, balanced design. Working with a professional garden designer helps bring structure and long-lasting impact to your seasonal planting.

2. Choose the Right Bulbs for Spring Colour

For a stunning spring display, incorporate a variety of bulbs that flower in succession. Some essentials for Surrey and Hampshire gardens include:

• Snowdrops and crocuses (late winter/early spring)
• Daffodils and hyacinths (mid-spring)
• Tulips and alliums (late spring)

These not only offer visual appeal but also support early pollinators.

3. Layer Your Planting for Maximum Effect

In professional landscape design, we often use the “lasagne planting” method, layering bulbs at different depths so they bloom in sequence. This technique allows for prolonged colour in one area of your garden space without overcrowding.

4. Use Bulbs to Define Garden Zones

Bulbs aren’t just for borders. Use them to line paths, accent seating areas, or add a pop of colour in containers on patios or terraces. In smaller landscaping projects, these touches make a big difference and add personality to your garden space.

5. Factor in Foliage and Form

Think beyond flowers, mix in grasses, ferns, and evergreen shrubs to add structure and interest once the bulbs have faded. A good garden designer will always consider the full seasonal lifecycle of your planting choices.

6. Plan Now, Plant Soon

While many spring bulbs are planted in autumn, March is ideal for finalising your design plan, ordering summer-flowering bulbs such as lilies and gladioli, and preparing beds. With the guidance of a landscape designer, your garden will be ready to impress come spring and beyond.

Bring Colour to Your Garden Space This Spring

The Garden Alchemist works with homeowners across Surrey and Hampshire to create planting schemes that bring dream gardens to life. Whether you’re starting from scratch or enhancing what you have, we’re here to help you plan a garden space that bursts into bloom beautifully.

Contact us today to start designing your perfect seasonal garden.