Bulbs are another addiction of mine, particularly dwarf bulbs. I grow many different and hard-to-find species, some in pots and large troughs, and others in the garden. Bulbs I grow include species Gladiolus, Lachenalia, Moraea, Freesia, Ipheion, Romulea, Scilla, Zephyranthes and various miniature Narcissus. Most of them are dormant in the hot summer months, which is when I dig up the ones I have plenty of, sort them and package them up ready for sale. You can view the current list by clicking on the 2019 BULB CATALOGUE text below - orders or queries can be made via the contact form (see under Contact tab above).
Acis autumnalis
(syn. Leucojum autumnale) Gorgeous wee bulb ideal for keeping in a pot or rockgarden. Upright dark flower stems carry dainty white hanging bells in autumn, each one lightly flushed with burgundy near the base. RHS Award of Garden Merit. H to 20cm. 5 bulbs per pack.
Babiana plicata 'Splish Splash'
Out of stock
Upright spikes of lovely pure white flowers to around 20cm in height. Full sun, strong grower.
Crocosmia 'George Davison'
Out of stock
Spikes of gorgeous buttery yellow flowers open from light orange buds in mid-summer. Needs summer watering. Flowers well but not weedy at all. 50-70cm high. (MP) 3 bulbs per pack
Cypella coelestis slate blue
Out of stock
Tall stems wave in the morning breeze, topped by large grey-blue flowers, each petal carrying a small yellow highlight near the centre. This one flowers all summer (with regular water) at around 80cm high for me. (MP) 3 bulbs per pack
Galtonia princeps
Out of stock
Impressive spikes of creamy, palest lime green bells over strappy, slightly fleshy grey-green leaves in summer. Prefers sun and good but well-drained soils. Grows to around 90cm high. (MP). 3 bulbs per pack
Gladiolus alatus
Out of stock
Dwarf species which bears spikes of bright orange, green and yellow flowers in spring. Best grown in pots where the small bulbs won’t be lost. Full sun. Height 20cm. Bulbs of this species are naturally very small.
Gladiolus cardinalis hybrid
Out of stock
Given to me as the true species but further research shows that this is a hybrid of G. cardinalis, the species itself not really being suitable for the garden due to it preferring to grow near waterfalls! One of the most vivid and stunning flowers in my early summer garden with spikes of large but elegant flowers of a very vivid dark red, nicely marked with white on the lower petals, and a silver reverse. Height 50-60cm. 3 bulbs per pack.
Ledebouria cooperi
Hardy little bulb that forms clumps and multiplies quite well. Prefers some shade but is pretty tough. Long narrow leaves, green with dark stripes, and little spikes of pink flowers similar to Scilla species. H 10-30cm. (MP) 5 bulbs per pack
Micranthus junceus
Out of stock
A rarely offered and very unusual South African bulb of the Iris family. Stiff upright reed-like leaves and then gorgeous spikes of absolutely true-blue flowers appear in late spring and summer. Easy to grow provided it has adequate moisture, without being boggy. Tiny bulbs that pack a punch. 30cm H. (Please note the bulbs are naturally tiny). 3 bulbs per pack.
Moraea vegeta Mauve
Out of stock
A lower growing species with unusual brownish mauve flowers, each with a yellow mark on the nectar guides. Very pretty when all the flowers come out together. H to 20cm. 5 bulbs per pack.
Nerine filifolia
Delicate little heads of deep pink flowers in late summer, above grass-like foliage. A real little treasure. H 15-20cm. (MP) 3 bulbs per pack.