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Position: partial shade. Soil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil. Rate of growth: fast-growing. Flowering period: January and February. Flower colour: pure white. Other features: all parts of the plant may cause a mild stomach upset if ingested; contact with the bulbs may cause skin irritation. Hardiness: fully hardy. Dainty, double, pure white, pear-shaped flowers with green-tipped inner petals in January and February and narrow, grey-green leaves. These delightful double snowdrops are ideal for naturalising in the border under deciduous trees and shrubs. Plant the pots as soon as possible after purchase in well-drained, moisture-retentive, humus-rich soil. Garden care: Plant pots in naturalistic drifts 10cm (4in) on arrival. Where pots of bulbs are planted in grass do not cut the grass until after the leaves have died back. Goes well with: Sambucus racemosa 'Plumosa Aurea', Galanthus nivalis, Narcissus 'February Gold', Lonicera periclymenum 'Graham Thomas', Kerria japonica, Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissing. Hurst White'

English Bluebell £18.95

English bluebells bear stout spikes of bell-shaped blue, flowers in April and May and strap-shaped, glossy, dark-green leaves. They are ideal for naturalising in a partly shady woodland garden. Quickly spreading to form large clumps, in herbaceous or mixed borders it's best to remove the faded flower-heads to prevent the plant from becoming invasive. Plant under deciduous trees and shrubs as soon as possible after purchase in well-drained, moisture-retentive, humus-rich soil. Ultimate size: 40x8cm/16x3inPosition: partial shade. Soil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil. Rate of growth: fast-growing. Flowering period: April and May. Flower colour: Blue. Other features: all parts of the plant may cause a mild stomach upset if ingested; contact with the bulbs may cause skin irritation. Hardiness: fully hardy. Garden care: Plant in naturalistic drifts 10cm (4in) on arrival. Where bulbs are planted in grass do not cut the grass until after the leaves have died back.

Lily £5

Position: full sunSoil: well-drained, including chalk, enriched with leaf mould or a loam-based potting compost such as John Innes no. 2Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July. Hardiness: fully hardy. An incredibly popular variety with large, almost pure white trumpets with orange anthers. This is a form of Lilium regale, which does not have the pink flush to the outside of the petals, but it has retained every ounce of the sumptuously strong scent of its parent. A great choice for white borders, and looks spectacular at night when the flowers really seem to glow. Be warned, lilies are susceptible to a range of pests and diseases, including lily beetle, and as such can be high maintenance and may need replacing regularly. The RSPCA have recently reported that all parts of lilies can be fatal to cats, including the flower, leaves and pollen. Garden care: Lilies are best planted in autumn when the bulbs are still plump, but they can still be planted in spring. Between August and March, choose a sunny spot where the plant can keep its feet in the shade. Plant 15-20cm (6-8in) deep in a well-drained soil, enriched with well-rotted organic matter or leaf mould, using a marker to minimise any unnecessary disturbance. Stake with ring stakes or bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear. Deadhead the faded blooms and cut the stems back to ground level at the end of autumn.

Lily £3.95

Position: full sun or partial shade. Soil: well-drained soil. Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: June to July. Hardiness: fully hardy. Native to Swiss mountain meadows, this lily is easily grown in Britain. In June and July, tall stems play host to numerous small, purple, spotted turkscap lilies above whorls of dark green leaves. The flowers are highly scented, although. it's not the most pleasant smell. This lily does best among shrubs or in woodland where it should be left to naturalise.Be warned, lilies are susceptible to a range of pests and diseases, including lily beetle, and as such can be high maintenance and may need replacing regularly. The RSPCA have reported that all parts of lilies can be fatal to cats, including the flower, leaves and pollen. Garden care: Lilies are best planted in the autumn, when the bulbs are still plump, but they can still be planted in spring. Between August and March choose a sunny spot where the plant can keep its feet in the shade. Plant 15-20cm (6-8in) deep in a well-drained soil, enriched with well-rotted organic matter or leaf mould, using a marker to minimise any unnecessary disturbance. Stake with ring stakes or bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear. Deadhead the faded blooms and cut the stems back to ground level at the end of autumn.

Lily £5

Position: full sunSoil: well-drained, including chalk, enriched with leaf mould or a loam-based potting compost such as John Innes no. 2Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July. Hardiness: fully hardy. One of the most popular varieties of lily, and its not hard to see why. The huge trumpet-shaped white flowers are flushed with pink, smell divine and provide great wafts of scent through. out the garden when they are open. Alternatively bring them inside as cut flowers and they will fill your home with their heady perfume. Lilies are one of the all time favourite summer-flowering bulbs as they will look superb in any garden scheme. Be warned, lilies are susceptible to a range of pests and diseases, including lily beetle, and as such can be high maintenance and may need replacing regularly. The RSPCA have recently reported that all parts of lilies can be fatal to cats, including the flower, leaves and pollen. Garden care: Lilies are best planted in autumn when the bulbs are still plump, but they can still be planted in spring. Between August and March, choose a sunny spot where the plant can keep its feet in the shade. Plant 15-20cm (6-8in) deep in a well-drained soil, enriched with well-rotted organic matter or leaf mould, using a marker to minimise any unnecessary disturbance. Stake with ring stakes or bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear. Deadhead the faded blooms and cut the stems back to ground level at the end of autumn.

Lily £2.95

Position: full sunSoil: well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil potting compost, such as John Innes no2Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July Flower colour: pure white. Other features: excellent cut-flowers. Hardiness: fully hardy. Sprays of sweetly scented trumpet-shaped, pure white flowers are produced in midsummer. This lily has been grown since the days of ancient Crete, though. few plants are found in the wild. In this country, they were traditionally grown in cottage gardens where they flourished. This was partly because they were so well fed and as they were tucked in amongst other plants which shaded them at the base. They are worth taking that little bit of extra care choosing the right spot and feeding them well as they will reward you with deliciously scented, white flowers. The RSPCA have recently reported that all parts of lilies can be fatal to cats, including the flower, leaves and pollen. Garden care: Bulbs are best planted in autumn as their foliage generally emerges much earlier than other lilies. They also prefer to be quite close to the surface of the soil, so plant them about 5-10cm deep and 15cm apart. Stake with ring stakes or bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear. Deadhead the faded blooms and cut the stems back to ground level at the end of autumn.

Lily £3.75

Position: full sunSoil: well-drained soil enriched with leaf mould or a loam-based potting compost, such as John Innes no2Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July Flower colour: purple-pink. Other features: excellent cut-flowers. Hardiness: fully hardy. A beautiful lily with stout stems that bear large, scented, slightly nodding, trumpet-shaped flowers that are purple-pink with bright orange anthers. The gorgeous blooms are produced in midsummer and this is a great lily for the back of a sunny border where they can easily reach 2m (6ft) tall. Universally loved for their big showy flowers, these lilies make excellent cut-flowers. The RSPCA have recently reported that all parts of lilies can be fatal to cats, including the flower, leaves and pollen. Garden care: Bulbs are best planted in autumn but can also be planted in spring. Plant them 15-20 deep and the equivalent spacing between bulbs. Choose a well drained spot and enrich the soil with well-rotted organic matter or leaf mould. Stake with ring stakes or bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear. Deadhead the faded blooms and cut the stems back to ground level at the end of autumn.

Lily £5

Position: full sunSoil: well-drained soil enriched with leafmould or a loam-based potting compost, such as John Innes no2Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July. Hardiness: fully hardy. Stunning sprays of scented, turkscap, blackish-red flowers with green centres and white margins appear in midsummer. The flowers make a fabulous display at the back of the border, or grouped in a container. This great summer-flowering bulb is universally loved because of its showy flowers that light up the garden, but like all lilies, is susceptible to lily beetle. The RSPCA has recently reported that all parts of lilies can be fatal to cats, including the flower, leaves and pollen. For more information, click hereGarden care: Bulbs are best planted in autumn but can also be planted in spring. Plant them 2-3 times their own depth and the equivalent spacing between bulbs.

Paris £5

Position: full or partial shade. Soil: moist, fertile, leafy soil. Rate of growth: slow. Flowering period: June to October. Hardiness: fully hardy. Originating from the Himalayas, this unusual plant produces spider-like flowers that throw out long, thread-like, yellowish green petals through. out the summer and into autumn above a ruff of bright green leaves. The flowers are followed by small scarlet berries in autumn. A slow-spreading perennial that looks exotic but is fully hardy in Britain, it thrives in leafy, moist soil in full or partial shade and is perfect for woodland gardens or for planting under deciduous trees. Garden care: Plant with the pointy shoot at one end of the rhizome facing upwards. Then cover with around 5cm of humus rich soil. Make sure the soil does not dry out in summer and apply a generous layer of mulch in the autumn. Leave plants undisturbed so they will increase year after year.

Snowdrop - In The Green £1.95

Position: partial shade. Soil: humus-rich, moisture-retentive soil. Rate of growth: fast-growing. Flowering period: January and February. Flower colour: pure white. Other features: all parts of the plant may cause a mild stomach upset if ingested; contact with the bulbs may cause skin irritation. Hardiness: fully hardy Galanthus nivalis 'In the Green' Snowdrop bulbs bought in the autumn tend to get de. Hydrated and this can lead to disappointing results. This is why planting bulbs 'in the green' is becoming more and more popular. Snowdrops are perfect for naturalising in grass and each pot will have at least 4 shooting bulbs in it. Plant in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil. Garden care: Plant pots in naturalistic drifts when they arrive. Where bulbs are planted in grass do not cut the grass until after the leaves have died back. Divide large colonies immediately after flowering while the leaves are still green. Goes well with: Sambucus racemosa 'Plumosa Aurea', Narcissus 'February Gold', Lonicera periclymenum 'Graham Thomas', Kerria japonica, Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissing. Hurst White'

Winter Aconite £2.95

Position: full sun and partial shade. Soil: fertile, humus-rich, neutral to alkaline soil. Rate of growth: average to fast-growing. Flowering period: February and March. Flower colour: bright yellow. Other features: ruffs of fresh green leaves. Hardiness: fully hardy. Carpets of bright yellow, buttercup-like flowers in February and March surrounded by ruffs of fresh green leaves. Winter aconites are perfect for naturalising in the border under deciduous shrubs and trees. For the best results plant the pots in a sunny or partly shady site with fertile, humus-rich soil that remains moist in summer. Garden care: Wearing gloves plant tubers 5cm (2in) deep in September or October. Goes well with: Sambucus racemosa 'Plumosa Aurea', Galanthus nivalis, Narcissus 'February Gold', Lonicera periclymenum 'Graham Thomas', Kerria japonica, Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissing. Hurst White'

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