The £2.49 Lidl plant you need to grow in September for a glorious autumn colour

LIDL has just launched a £2.49 plant that will give your garden a burst of colour this autumn.

In stores today, the Autumn Heather is a bargain way to brighten up borders, pots or rockeries.

Each plant costs just £2.49, making it one of the cheapest ways to transform your outdoor space as the seasons change.

Autumn Heather is loved for its rich pink and purple blooms that last well into the colder months.

The hardy plant can handle chilly weather and is low-maintenance, perfect for busy gardeners.

Experts say September is the best time to plant heather so it can settle before winter.

Simply pop it in well-drained soil, water regularly and watch it thrive.

The plant is also a hit with pollinators, helping bees and butterflies at a time when food sources are running low.

Garden fans on social media have already been raving about Lidl’s latest deal, calling it “a steal” and “perfect for autumn pots.”

With prices this low, green-fingered shoppers are being urged to grab one before shelves are cleared.

You can pick up a bag of Premium Bulbs Crocus “King of the Striped” for just £1.99.

The flower often emerges as one of the earliest blooms of the season.

This plant features large flowers with irregular stripes, adding a bright splash of colour to your garden as you move into spring.

It is regarded as perfect for planting in borders, pots, and flower beds.

Another flower which blooms in winter is the Iris “Purple Hill/Blue Hill“, also available for £1.99.

Also known as dwarf reticulata iris, this plant blooms from late winter to early spring.

It brings a vibrant colour to your garden when all your other plants are still dormant.

This plant has been known to flower as early as February, providing a hopeful early sign of spring.

You can easily identify it by its deep purple petals and golden markings.

Experts recommend planting these bulbs in September, before the winter weather sets in

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