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Wild Daffodils
A nice photograph showing Wild Daffodils flowering in a wood near Kendal, kindly sent to us by Pip Hall.

Andy Northcott2
Apr 13, 20171 min read


Snowdrops in the green
snowdrops in the green Snowdrops in the green are supplied in early spring immediately after they have flowered. At this time they can...

Andy Northcott2
Jan 18, 20161 min read


When to plant snowdrops
SnowdropsGalanthus nivalis The best time to plant snowdrops is in the autumn or spring. In October or November, Snowdrops can be successfully planted as bulbs, and if the weather prevents planting, then bulbs should be stored in a cool shady place until things improve. Stored carefully in this way, most snowdrop bulbs should keep for at least a week or more. It is important however that bulbs are not allowed to dry out. Snowdrops in February Snowdrops can also be establishe

Andy Northcott2
Sep 24, 20151 min read


Ordering Spring Wildflower bulbs
We are currently taking orders for Spring Wildflower Bulbs and can offer the following species for dispatch between mid and late October: Bluebell, Snowdrop, Wild Daffodil, Wood Anemone, Winter Aconite, Wild Tulip, Star of Bethlehem, Snakeshead Fritillary, Wild Garlic and Summer Snowflake. If you would like to order bulbs this autumn, please ensure your order reaches us within the next few weeks if possible. Certain bulbs are often very difficult to obtain late in the seaso

Andy Northcott2
Sep 22, 20151 min read


How to grow Wild Daffodil from Bulbs
Wild Daffodil bulbs can be introduced into their permanent planting positions in autumn. If the weather prevents planting, then bulbs should be stored in a very dry, cool shady place and well spaced out until things improve. Stored carefully in this way, Wild Daffodil bulbs should keep for a long period but if stored in a damp atmosphere the bulbs will rapidly turn soft. A hole approximately 3 times the length of the bulb is required when planting. If the soil is especially h

Andy Northcott2
Aug 25, 20151 min read


When to plant wildflower bulbs
Q: When is the best time to plant wildflower bulbs? A: Wildflower bulbs can be planted in October and November.

Andy Northcott2
Aug 13, 20151 min read


Advice on Wildflower Bulb Planting
Selecting wildflower bulbs Native Wildflower bulbs provide a useful and easy way to establish wildflowers in shaded areas and existing grasslands. Generally bulbs fall into 2 categories: Woodland Wildflower bulbs such as Bluebells, Snowdrops, Aconites, Wood Anemone, and Ransoms (Wild Garlic) are suitable for planting into bare areas of soil rich in leaf mould and with plenty of shade. Spring meadow Wildflower bulbs such as Star of Bethlehem, Wild daffodils, Wild tulip, and S

Andy Northcott2
Jul 15, 20152 min read
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