Hyacinthoides Non-Scripta 6/7

English Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) is one of Britain’s most iconic woodland wildflowers, producing graceful, nodding violet-blue flowers on arching stems in spring. The delicate bell-shaped blooms have a sweet fragrance and create a beautiful natural display when planted in groups. Over time, English Bluebells can naturalise to form impressive drifts of colour beneath trees and throughout shaded areas.

Ideal for woodland gardens, lawns, borders, and beneath deciduous trees, this hardy bulb thrives in partially shaded conditions and provides a valuable source of nectar for pollinators during spring.

Key Characteristics & Care

Flowers: Nodding, bell-shaped violet-blue flowers carried on arching stems
Fragrance: Sweetly scented
Height: Approx. 30 cm
Spread: Approx. 10 cm
Flowering Period: April to May

Planting Time: September to November
Position: Partial shade or dappled shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
Planting Depth & Spacing: Plant bulbs approximately 10 cm deep and 8–10 cm apart

Watering: Water well after planting and maintain adequate moisture during active growth

Hardiness: Hardy perennial bulb

Usage & Growing Tips

Uses: Ideal for naturalising beneath trees, woodland gardens, shaded borders, lawns, and pathways
Pollinator-Friendly: Provides a useful spring nectar source for bees and other pollinating insects
Care Tips: Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering so the bulbs can replenish their energy for the following year. For a natural woodland effect, plant bulbs in informal groups or drifts.