 | SNOWDROPS & SNOWFLAKES
We specialise in cultivated bulbs and our Snowdrops are no exception - cultivated here on our farm in the Fens and also in our fields in Holland. Quality bulbs, sorted, graded and hand checked. |
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| ACONITES
Aconites are always a favourite, vivid colour with upward facing blooms. The famously poisionous bulbs have been used in the past as a recognised method of killing wolves ! These days we no longer have the wolf problem but instead have these little gems to grace our gardens ! If you should however have a wolf problem in your area please contact us and we'll arrange a bulk delivery for you ! |
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| TRUE ENGLISH BLUEBELLS
The True English Bluebell, a real classic. Our cultivated bulbs are grown on our ministry registered fields and not taken from the wild. Our bulbs are available in several sizes and at very reasonable prices. |
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| SCILLA (SQUILLS)
Multiple blooms per stem and looking great - especially when planted in clumps. Scilla varieties naturalise well and give years of pleasure. |
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| CHIONODOXA
Among the first bulbs to bloom in the spring. Each bulb produces 2-3 narrow, basal leaves and a flower stalk which has several six-petaled, star-like, upward facing flowers. Mixes well with other early spring blooming bulbs such as daffodils, species tulips and snowdrops. Prefers a moist soil, especially whilost growing, is more tolerant to dry conditions whilst dormant.. Plant by the hundreds among ground covers and at the foot of deciduous shrubs for a delightful spring display.
Incidentally, the naming folk have been at it again !
"Lucilliae" is now renamed "Forbesii" . . .
It keeps the scientists happy but confuses us mere mortals ! |
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| CYCLAMEN
Cyclamen are often scented and come in a range of colours from white and pink to carmine and purple. The blooms are highlighted by patterned foliage.
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| HELLEBORUS
Cyclamen are often scented and come in a range of colours from white and pink to carmine and purple. The blooms are highlighted by patterned foliage.
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| DOG TOOTH VIOLETS
Why are they called Dog Tooth Violets when they belong to the lily family? ? ?
Perhaps because like the violet it comes early, and nestles down under some tuft of grass or budding shrub, alongside the violet proper. The Dog Tooth part is easy however - it's because the bulbs are shaped like a dogs tooth! |
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| IRIS
IRIS
We have 3 distinctive Iris for you to choose from . . . |
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| CROCUS
Large Flowering Crocus, several colours and combinations for you. |
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| SPECIE CROCUS
CHRYSANTHUS CROCUS
These charming small-flowering varieties are very distinct in that they all have at least two colours and spread freely.
The greatest range of colours is available through the biflorus, chrysanthus and siberi groups of crocus. Small bulbs to plant in the autumn in well drained conditions 3-4” deep where they will receive the spring sunshine (which makes them open wide) and in sunmmer shade where they will get a dry rest. Planted about 2” apart you will need about 35 per square foot (though you’d be unlikely to plant them in such a block). If planted in grass do not mow till late May. |
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| ALLIUM
These summer-flowering bulbs are mostly taller than our usual subjects. They are quite easy to grow in a light well-drained soil in full sun and most of the smaller ones increase rapidly. They look good in the garden and make excellent floral decorations. |
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| FRITILLARIA
Fritillaria is a genus of about 100 species of bulbous plants in the family Liliaceae, native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. They often have nodding, bell- or cup-shaped flowers, and the majority are spring flowering. The name refers to the checkered pattern, frequently of chocolate-brown and greenish yellow, that is common to many species. |
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| NARCISSUS & DAFFODILS
The ultimate herald of the new season, we have some spectacular Narcissus for you to choose from... |
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| ROCKERY TULIPS
There is no doubt that tulips will give a fabulous display the first year - here’s how to keep them going. If they are planted at least 6” deep in sun in a good, well-drained soil this can be achieved, especially with heavy dressings of lime. If this is not possible, the bulbs should be lifted and dried off in a warm shed immediately the leaves have died down.
Do not plant the bulbs until October at the earliest.
Many of the hybrids have been grown in special conditions and the size of the bulb/flower may diminish slightly in subsequent years, but the flowers are none the less attractive for that. |
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| ANEMONE
Anemones are essential ingredients in the late summer-autumn garden, adding height and clear colours in shades of purple, pink and white. Grow them in cottage gardens and borders where they inject plenty of presence to fill the gaps left by perennials. |
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| LARGE FLOWERING GLADIOLI
NEW THIS SEASON!
Adding to our collection this year we are pleased to offer Large Flowering Gladioli. |
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| CANNA
NEW THIS SEASON!
Adding to our collection again this year we are pleased to offer:
CANNA
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| CROCOSMIA
Adding to our collection this year we are pleased to offer:
CROCOSMIA
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| ALPINES & HERBACEOUS
Adding to our collection this year we are pleased to offer:
A selection of Alpines & Herbaceous plants.
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| WILD PRIMROSE
Adding to our collection this year we are pleased to offer:
A selection of Alipnes
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| TIGER LILY
Adding to our collection this year we are pleased to offer:
A selection of Alipnes
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