Alan Titchmarsh's Essential March Gardening Tip for Spring Colour
Renowned gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh has shared his final piece of advice for March, offering gardeners a straightforward method to instantly enhance their outdoor spaces as spring arrives. With flowers beginning to bloom and warmer weather approaching, now is the perfect time to prepare gardens for the upcoming seasons.
The Simple Spring Planter Solution
Titchmarsh emphasises that his "final task for March" involves creating a spring planter to add immediate vibrancy. He explains, "My final task for March is to get a bit of instant colour by planting up a spring planter." This approach is one of the simplest ways to inject life and colour into a garden as the season transitions.
He recommends using softwood planters, which are easy to order and assemble with basic tools like a drill. For plants, Titchmarsh suggests visiting garden centres as the month progresses to pick up early stock.
Recommended Plants for a Striking Display
The television presenter advises combining specific plants to achieve a stunning effect. Ideal choices include:
- Erysimum
- Campanula
- Tiarella
He adds, "I like to combine them with trailing ivy down the front, carex and alpines like Saxifrages to create a striking early spring display." The key lies in blending early-flowering plants with evergreen textures for structure, while trailing ivy softens edges and adds movement.
Benefits and Practical Advice
According to Titchmarsh, a well-balanced spring planter offers immediate visual impact and serves as a focal point that evolves throughout the season. He urges gardeners, "Give yourself a bit of instant pleasure with a spring planter." Additionally, he reminds enthusiasts to take time in late March to appreciate their gardens, noting, "The soil is beginning to warm up, the shoots are coming and proving to us all it's been such a long wait, but spring is just around the corner."
This tip has already resonated with other gardeners, with one commenting, "Good idea," and another advising, "Just what we need for the spring, but shop around for your plants." By following Titchmarsh's guidance, gardeners can easily create a vibrant, evolving display that celebrates the arrival of spring.
