Bulb Planting Instructions

Every Spring the break-through of the first bulbs typically the winter aconite, followed by the snowdrop and finally the English bluebell supplies an array of natural colour and beauty after the bleakness of winter. These bulbs naturally give a carpet of colour in woodland, by streams, road verges and in gardens.

All of the bulbs that we supply are native to the UK or have been introduced and naturalised over hundreds of years and are now considered by many specialists to be native to the UK. The bulbs are all grown by specialist bulb growers.

General Wildflower Bulb Planting Instructions

As a general rule, the depth to plant bulbs is between 2 and 4 times the size of the bulb. Do not be tempted to plant them too deeply.

Bulbs are very susceptible to water logging, so try to pick a well drained site wherever possible. The introduction of a little grit and loam/peat can aid drainage.

When planting small bulbs into existing grass, mark an H shaped letter in the grass with a half moon edger, then lift each flap and fold it back.

Loosen the soil with a fork (a slow release fertiliser can be added at this stage). Scatter the bulbs on the soil for a natural look, however ensure that none of the bulbs are touching one another.

Finally, pull back the two flaps of grass and firm down well. Water the bulbs well in dry weather.

For large bulbs scatter fairly close together and plant where they fall for a natural look.

Most bulbs will benefit from a light sprinkling of fertiliser in late summer, bone meal is ideal for this job. In some areas, protection may be needed from vermin.

After a number of years, bulbs can become overcrowded as they naturalise by dividing. Once they have finished flowering, carefully lift the clump and divide into smaller lots, and then replant straight away. This will allow the bulbs more room to grow, and maintain the quality of the flowers.

Growing Tips:

All bulbs should be planted at about 2-4 times the size of the bulb.

Bulbs should be planted approximately 1" apart

Never push or screw a bulb into the ground. Position the bulbs in the soil with the base/root on the soil.

Never cut or remove any of the bulbs foliage when the bulb has finished flowering. The foliage is the bulbs food source for the following year.

If flowering becomes reduced after a few seasons it is possible that the bulbs have become overcrowded; carefully lift the bulbs and divide into new areas.