Bluebells are among the many bulbs that bloom in the spring. As a rule, spring-flowering bulbs are planted in
early to mid-fall
. This allows them time to set down roots and exposes them to the three to four months of cold weather needed for the bulbs to flower.
What month do you plant bluebell bulbs?
Bluebells in the green should be planted on arrival in
spring
; dry bulbs should be planted in autumn.
When should I plant bluebells?
The easiest most reliable method is to plant bluebells ‘in the green’ in
late spring
, after they have finished flowering. Plant in naturalistic drifts 10cm deep and approximately 10cm apart. It’s possible to grow bluebells from seed. Bluebells look wonderful growing in drifts in woodland.
Do bluebells grow back every year?
Do bluebells come back every year? As a perennial plant,
bluebells flower every year
. Bluebell colonies take between 5-7 years so develop and can take some time to recover if damaged.
Where do bluebells grow best?
Bluebells grow well in either
sun or partial shade
, but do better out of direct, strong sunlight. They prefer a humus-rich, moist, but well-drained soil that doesn’t dry out in summer.
Is it illegal to pick bluebells?
The bluebell is protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act (1981). This means
digging up the plant or bulb in the countryside is prohibited
and landowners are prohibited from removing bluebells from their land to sell.
Are bluebells poisonous to dogs?
Bluebells. Bluebell plants and bulbs contain ‘scillarens’, chemicals that reduce the heart rate. This can
cause vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy and disorientation in dogs
.
Do bluebells like sun or shade?
Plant Virginia bluebells in the spring or fall in rich, moist soil
in partial to full shade
. Plants can handle a bit of morning sun.
How deep should you plant bluebells?
Planting and care
Plant dry bulbs
at least 10cm deep
and space 10cm apart; ensure the pointed growing tip is facing upwards. For a more natural effect, plant small clumps of bluebells together with irregular spacing between clumps.
Is it too late to plant bluebells?
Bluebells can be planted in the
spring
as ready plants, or more economically as bulbs in the Autumn. … If planting in the autumn as bulbs, plant around 10cms deep, pointed end uppermost This will be about 3 times the depth of the bulb and it is important to water well after planting. (How to plant spring bulbs.)
Do bluebells multiply?
Although the native English bluebell and the larger Spanish bluebell are often grown in gardens,
they can multiply and become a nuisance
, requiring control.
How poisonous are bluebells?
All parts of the bluebell plant contain toxic glycocides that are
poisonous to humans, dogs, horses and cattle
. If any part of the plant is eaten, it can cause serious stomach upset, and if consumed in large quantities, may be fatal. The bulbs are easily mistaken for spring onions or garlic.
What are pink bluebells called?
Spanish Bluebells (Hyacinthoides)
are a Pink variety like the classic bluebell. This is a hardy bulb with fragrant bell-shaped flowers.
How quickly do bluebells spread?
Bluebell colonies take a long time to establish –
around 5-7 years from seed
to flower. Bluebells can take years to recover after footfall damage.
Why do my bluebells not flower?
The most common reason for a bulb not flowering is
that it has been planted too shallow
. Whilst the plant is in leaf, but not flower, is the best time to dig up the bulb and re plant to a greater depth.
When should bluebells be cut back?
Pruning and caring for bluebells
Once leaves have turned yellow
, cut them at their base. Don’t cut them any earlier, since the plant needs to drain its leaves from all their nutrients to prepare for the following blooming cycle. Bluebells should normally propagate themselves naturally as years go by.
