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Tulips, daffs and alliums in pots to borders?
I planted a load of bulbs (tulips, daffs, alliums) in Autumn and they're starting to shoot now 
It's my first time planting bulbs as it's my first year with a garden, and I was wondering if I can take them out of their pots and put them in the borders? And if this isn't a daft idea, when would be best to do it? I'm in Manchester and have a southwest facing garden.

It's my first time planting bulbs as it's my first year with a garden, and I was wondering if I can take them out of their pots and put them in the borders? And if this isn't a daft idea, when would be best to do it? I'm in Manchester and have a southwest facing garden.
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In the meantime you could simply dig holes and drop the pots into the border where you want them. It's what I'm planning to do with various crocus and iris pots.
In the sticks near Peterborough
I wouldn't worry too much about the roots coming through, but if you're concerned, just wait until they're finished. Usually, the roots will just pull through and no harm's done at all. It does depend on how congested they are though, and the varieties - some won't flower for months if they're later types , so you may have to judge whether to leave them and sink the pots, or just go for it. I'm of the latter persuasion.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...