Spring Flowering Bulbs Page 5

New for 2023 Strong stems of pale pink buds open in June. Hardy rootstock for a position in sun & rich, well-drained soil. Height around 50" (127cm). Root size I (top sized) Pack of 3 roots for 11.00

Stately, white-flowered foxtail lily - this species is a native of the himalayas. One of the tallest of the eremurus family, this never fails to have impact. The flowers are a 'soft' white, often tinged pink in bud. Ht.5' (150cm). Pack of one root for £9.00 Pack of 3 roots for £24.00

New in 2023 Strong stems of pink-tinged buds open to pure white flowers in June. Hardy rootstock for a position in sun & rich, well-drained soil. Height around 50" (127cm). Root size I (top sized) Pack of 3 roots for £10.00

Tall spires opening primrose-yellow & deepening with age. Ht. 3-4' (90-120cm). Pack of one root for £7.00 Pack of 3 roots for £18.50  

Strap-like leaves of bright green with some darker mottling. The flowers are pendant with reflexed petals and of a glowing, light yellow, which shows up well in the semi-shaded situation that the plant prefers. Ht.12" (30cm) Spread 6-8" (15-20cm). Bulb size 1Pack of 5 for £5.00 Pack of 10 for £8.50

Vigorous form with elegant white flowers which recurve gently at the tips and nicely marbled foliage. Ht.12" (30cm). Bulb size 1Pack of 3 bulbs for £5.00 Pack of 10 bulbs for £13.50

Fritillaria bucharica 'Giant' is very pretty, with lots of nodding, greenish white flowers (in extreme cases up to 30) that may be veined green and have pointed tepals, in a dense head. It is best grown under cover where it can be protected from rain and kept almost dry when dormant.Bulb size 6+ cmUNAVAILABLE FOR 2023 DUE TO CROP FAILURE

Graceful little species, a native of Turkish woodlands. Nodding flowers of purple-black & olive green appear mid-late spring. Hardy bulb for dappled shade & well-drained, open soil with some humus. Ht.10-16" (25-40cm).Bulb size 5+ cmPack of 3 bulbs for £4.00 Pack of 10 bulbs for £12.00

New in 2020 We have chosen this new variety of crown imperial for it's beautifully subtle, pale yellow flowers, set off by dark stems. These plants are wonderful for adding height and impact to spring borders and this softer yellow will combine particularly well with all shades of blue flowering spring subjects. Hardy bulb for rich soil in sun/partial shade. Flowering in April at around 3' (90cm). Bulb...

The 'Snake's Head' is our only native fritillary, seen growing in large colonies in (mostly) protected sites. Although a native of water meadows, it is a fairly adaptable species and, whilst preferring a moist soil when grown in the open, it will tolerate drier conditions if given a position in dappled shade. The pendent flowers are mauve, chequered purple, although some white flowers, chequered...

Selected white form of our native 'Snake's Head' fritillary.  Ht.12" (30cm) Bulb size 6+ cmPack of 10 bulbs for £4.00 Pack of 50 bulbs for £17.50

Spring flowering hardy bulb with sparse, grey-green, lance-shaped leaves. From each flowering stem hang between 1-4 bell-shaped flowers, coloured brown at the base and bright yellow on the lower half, which flares slightly at the tips. Needs well-drained, but not sun-baked, soil in a sunny/part shady situation. Ht. 4-8" (10-20cm) Spread 2" (5cm).Bulb size 5+ cm Pack of 3 bulbs for £3.00  

A taller growing member of the family and stunning when bearing its spires of damson coloured bellflowers in spring. The lance-shaped leaves are grey-green and stand slightly upright on the stem. We have had these established in a couple of our display beds for many years now, where they have been steadily increasing to give a magnificent show every year. Hardy bulb for sun/part shade in well-drained...

New in 2020 We love the subtle colour of this new variety, with its green bells having a purple flush to their tops. This amazing species has real impact in the garden, flowering early and building up into fair-sized clumps over time. The exotic appearance is deceptive, as these bulbs are tough as old boots and remarkably easy to grow in well-drained soil in sun/partial shade. This ease of growing...

Rare species, yet one of the easiest to grow. Similar to its close relative the crown imperial, but rather more subtle, with primrose-yellow flowers veined light green. Repays the initial investment well, flowering reliably and gaining in stature year-on-year. Hardy bulb for a sunny site with well-drained soil. Flowering early spring. Ht.20-30" (50-75cm).Bulb size 16+ cmPack of 1 bulb for £8.00 Pack...

This is the true form - beware cheap (pale) impostors!! - with vivid magenta flowers on strong spikes in June. Hardy and will naturalise when happy. Ht.2' (60cm). Pack of 5 bulbs for £9.50

The Widow Iris is a spring flowering, tuberous perennial with long, narrow leaves and unusual black-petalled green flowers. Thrives in a hot, sunny position where the tubers will benefit from baking in summer. Ht.8-16" (20-40cm) Spread 2-3" (5-8cm).Pack of 10 tubers for £3.50

New in 2020 New variety with deep blue flowers, always a traditional and desirable colour for a hyacinth. Bulb size 15/16 cm Pack of 10 bulbs for £8.00 Pack of 25 bulbs for £18.50