Disposing of weeds in the compost as seeds are likely to germinate and spark problems with plant beds over time.

Plant lots of tender seeds indoors in shallow pots and then shift them to the garden when the summer sets in. Spring brings the ideal conditions for most plants to start growing and thriving, which is why you have a lot of options to choose from for containers and planter boxes at this time of year. Garden centers start to offer spring blooming plants such as primrose, pansies, and violas in late March and early April, as well as plenty of bulbs in bloom.Research the plant: First, do some research about the specific type of indoor plant and how often they need to be watered. How to water plants and when to water plants can be found in our plant care guides. Always plant bulbs during the same season that you receive them. They will not store until next year. Perhaps the most important consideration when planting summer bulbs is to provide enough drainage. ‘With most bulbs you can never have too much drainage – they will grow the better for it,’ says Monty in an episode of BBC's Gardener’s World. What else is there to watch out for? Colourfully planted plant pots provide your garden or home with colour and make for a wonderful atmosphere. It’ll be especially pretty when the plants all blossom at the same time. They should also have the same requirements in terms of light, air and water. Have you already tried planting plants with different heights together in the same pot? Combining smaller and larger plants in a stylish fashion makes for a real head-turner. It’s simple: If you want to prevent potted plants from being damaged by the cold, you should wait until after the ‘Ice Saints’ visit before planting your plant pots. They visit between 11 and 15 May and during the night, they often bring frost with them that can be damaging to flowers, palms and so on. That’s why a good time to plant or replant flowers in pots is at the end of May. To prevent frost damage in general, make sure during the cold season that you only water plants when there is no frost. It’s also important to protect potted plants in winter from bright light and wind. You can read about everything else you need to do to keep your plants healthy in the winter in our guide.

If the pot does not already have the necessary hole, you can easily make one yourself using a cordless drill. We recommend using a 10 mm drill bit. For fibreglass and concrete, use a masonry drill bit. For zinc, stainless steel and weathering steel, a metal drill bit is best. If you’re using a large pot, it’s a good idea to drill multiple holes in the bottom of it, so that the water can drain more easily. Another mini spring bulb that's always a huge hit for spring planter ideas is muscari, or grape hyacinths as they are also known. These dense flowering blue beauties can really hold their own as the star of the show but also look lovely interplanted with other spring bulbs.Consider putting them into your compost bin to decompose rather than disposing of weeds and debris far from your garden.