Brian Minter: Early blooming bulbs can add colour and beauty

A wonderful old tradition is coming back in style with some modern creative innovations.  Forcing bulbs to bloom early is a charming way to enjoy floral beauty in our homes throughout the winter season.
To have success, there are a few key criteria that must be followed. First, the type of bulb used is important. ‘Paperwhite’ narcissus and their cousins ‘Grand Soleil d’Or’ and ‘Chinese Sacred Lily’ are, by far, the most widely used varieties for for