Description

One of Britain’s most iconic wildflowers, the English Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) carpets woodlands with a haze of violet-blue in spring. With its delicate, nodding bells and sweet fragrance, it’s a charming and naturalistic choice for gardens, bringing a touch of woodland magic to borders, lawns, and shaded corners.

 

At a Glance

Flowering period: April–May

Position: Partial shade or dappled woodland light

Height x Spread: 30cm x 10cm

Planting depth & spacing: 10cm deep, 8–10cm apart

Perfect for: Naturalising under trees, shaded borders, woodland gardens, lawns

Pollinator-friendly: Yes, a vital nectar source for bees and butterflies

 

Why We Love It

Few plants capture the romance of spring quite like the English bluebell. Their graceful arching stems, topped with clusters of scented bells, bring both colour and fragrance to the garden at a time when many other plants are just waking up.

Ideal for naturalising, Hyacinthoides non-scripta spreads gently year after year, forming ever-larger drifts of blue. Plant them in shady spots beneath trees, along pathways, or mixed with other early spring bulbs for an authentic woodland effect.

 

How to Plant & Grow

• Plant from September to November for flowering the following spring.
• Choose a partially shaded spot with moist, well-drained soil.
• Plant bulbs 10cm deep and space 8–10cm apart.
• Water well after planting.
• Allow foliage to die back naturally to feed bulbs for next year.

 

What’s in the Pack

• Pack of 8 UK-grown bulbs
• Bulb size: 6/7cm

 

From Kapiteyn in the Netherlands

All our spring bulbs are supplied by Kapiteyn in the Netherlands, a grower committed to sustainability. Their farms are powered by over 1,500 solar panels, all packaging materials are 100% recyclable, and innovative water-saving technologies reduce environmental impact.

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