Details
- Flowering Time
- April
- May
- Planting Time
- September
- October
- Growing
- Hardy
- Suitable for Shade
- Flowering Height
- 25-30 cm
- Bulb Size
- 5/6 cm
- Colour
- Blues
English Bluebells (Hyacinthoides) Non Scripta
M5551
Description
The true English Bluebell is a must-have plant for any wild or woodland garden. Gently arching stems carry pendant bells of purple-blue frilled blooms, filling the air with fragrance on warm April days.
This classic spring beauty is easy to grow and will naturalise in humus-rich soil in dappled shade, forming a picture-perfect carpet of blue. The flowers are adored by bees, attracted to the white pollen-dusted stamens by their perfume and vibrant colouring.
A native gem which looks beautiful planted with Primroses and Wood Anemones for a wild and quintessential British look.
Care Guide
(English Bluebell) Perfect for naturalising in woodlands or other cool, semi-shaded sites. Seeds freely and colonies are soon formed.
Plant 10cm (4”) deep, 5-10cm (2-4”) apart.
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