Wildflower Bulbs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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