
grow, cook, eat, arrange with Sarah Raven & friends· Folge 243
Sarah's top picks for wonderful winter flowers to grow in the greenhouse - Episode 243
Donnerstag, 9. Oktober 2025 · 15 min
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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'
sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-avalanche
Narcissus 'Erlicheer'
sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-erlicheer
Narcissus 'Cragford' (Forcing)
sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-cragford-for…
Iris x hollandica 'Red Ember'
sarahraven.com/products/dutch-iris-red-ember
Allium jesdianum 'Purple Rain'
sarahraven.com/products/allium-purple-rain
Allium hollandicum 'Purple Sensation'
sarahraven.com/products/allium-hollandicum-pur…
Allium cristophii
sarahraven.com/products/allium-cristophii
Dahlia 'Strawberry Cream'
sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-strawberry-cream
Tulip 'White Valley' syn 'Exotic Emperor'
sarahraven.com/products/tulip-white-valley
Anemone coronaria 'Mistral Bordeaux'
sarahraven.com/products/anemone-coronaria-mist…
Ranunculus Butterfly 'Ariadne'
sarahraven.com/products/ranunculus-butterfly-a…
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