A Year in Bloom: Flowering Bulbs For Gardeners Book

A Year in Bloom: Flowering Bulbs for Gardeners
By Lucy Bellamy

A beautifully illustrated celebration of flowering bulbs, A Year in Bloom is an inspiring guide to creating vibrant, seasonal gardens all year round. From the delicate snowdrops of late winter to the golden crocuses of early autumn, award-winning garden writer Lucy Bellamy curates more than 150 bulb varieties that promise colour, structure, and surprise in every corner of your garden.

Organised by season and filled with expert planting advice, this elegant volume helps you choose bulbs for every setting—whether naturalised in meadows, tucked into pots, or layered beneath perennials. Alongside beloved classics like tulips and daffodils, you’ll discover lesser-known gems such as dog’s tooth violets, gladioli, and autumn snowflakes.

With thoughtful contributions from gardening icons including Piet Oudolf, Dan Pearson, and Margaret Roach, this modern grower’s guide is both practical and poetic. Designed for gardeners of all levels, it supports a sustainable approach with recommendations for pollinator-friendly and reliably perennial bulbs that return year after year.

A perfect pairing with your favourite flower press or garden journal, A Year in Bloom is a timeless gift for plant lovers, nature-inspired creatives, and anyone who delights in the quiet beauty of flowers through the seasons.