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Original English Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta)
Original English Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta)
These beloved bluebells create a blue carpet of blooms. Excellent at naturalizing, they're a favorite for planting under deciduous trees and other naturalized areas. The blue pendant flowers open on 14-16" stems; lightly scented.
- Hardiness Zones 5-9
- Mature Height 14 - 16 inches
- Bloom Time Mid to late spring (Late apr-may)
- Light Requirements Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
- Ship As8+ CM Bulb
- Deer Resistant
- Attracts Pollinators
- Naturalizes Well
We ship this item in Fall
Botanical Name: Hyacinthoides non-scripta
SKU: #05171
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Product Details
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Restricted States US:
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Botanical Name:
Hyacinthoides non-scripta -
Ship As:
Bulb -
Size:
8+ CM -
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Ground Cover, Naturalizing, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Deer Resistant, Attract Pollinator, Woodland Garden
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Flower Color:
Blue -
Flower Form:
1-2" downfacing bell-shaped -
Foliage Type:
Linear with curved edges -
Mature Spread:
4 - 6 inches -
Spacing:
4 - 6 inches
Growing Tips
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Planting Instructions:
3" deep and 4-6" apart -
Soil Moisture:
Well drained -
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil -
Pruning Instructions:
Let foliage mature and die back naturally. Leaves provide nourishment for bulbs to produce future growth and blooming.
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Winter Care:
Mulch +/- 2" Planting Depth:
3" deepWatering Requirements:
Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwaterFertilization Requirements:
Once per yearSpecial Care:
Not needed
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Shipping Information
K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.
We take advanced orders, and as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.
We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules. The type of product you order or the weather may affect the anticipated shipping schedule.
Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48
contiguous states.
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Fall 2025 Shipping Schedule
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Dormant Bulbs and Perennials Zones Shipping Dates Last Order Date 3A - 6B 9/1/25 - 12/5/25 12/1/2025 7A - 11B 9/22/25 - 12/5/25 12/1/2025
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orders via USPS or FedEx.
Orders for gift certificates will be shipped immediately.Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship any plant items from late June through August. General merchandise will be shipped with your plant order.
Upon placing your order, you will receive an email confirmation with the details of your order and a shipping estimate. You will also receive an email notification when your order actually ships with an updated arrival estimate. If you have ordered multiple items, you may receive them in more than one shipment. We will send you a separate email confirming each shipment. Large orders may be shipped in more than one package. Your order confirmation will have an estimated shipping time.
You may check your order status at any time on this website using your email or account number provided on your order confirmation.
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Reviewed by 6 customers
Bought 1000--most are blooming white. Not what I wanted!
I am beyond disappointed. I ordered a huge quantity through my gardener and what is blooming are white. Not what I wanted or expected. And customer service basically said no refunds, only credit. First tried to say they sometimes come up white and change....which is a lot of hooey. They also have no scent. Will never purchase from this company again.
Bluebells are white.
Bluebells are white. I really wanted BLUEbells, NOT whitebells.
Reliable and Colorful
I continue to add to previously planted English Bluebells. My front garden is getting a nice blanket of bluebells which will continue to expand.
Spanish bluebells instead
Quite disappointed - I bought 100 English bluebells. Most of them came out, some bloomed. Unfortunately it turns out they are Spanish bluebells - not what I wanted. I lost a year in naturalizing them in my garden. Not willing to trust this sight anymore.
Lots of shoots!
Bought these bulbs in honor of my dad, today I went out and checked the 4 areas I had planted, and i have lots of shoots....I'm beyond excited
A good purchase for naturalizing
Verified Buyer
I scattered the bluebells in drifts in a woodland area. The bulbs were good sized and all were usable.
Questions & Answers
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I see that the English Bluebells can tolerate sun or shade. In which exposure do the flowers grow taller? I would like to use as cut flowers in my Spring bouquets. Thank you!
- Asked by Stacy
- Verified Reply - AngelaI would grow Virginia Bluebells in partial shade with morning sun for best flowering and growth. We would love to see some of your bouquets.Was this answer helpful to you
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How deep should I plant the English Bluebell bulbs? There were no planting instructions included with the 200 bulbs I received
- Asked by Mike
- Verified Reply - AngelaWe are so sorry the planting instructions were missing from your order. Plant the bulbs 3 inches deep and 4 to 6 inches apart.Was this answer helpful to you
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I am getting ready to order these. They are truly English Bluebells and NOT white as some reviewers stated in past? Thank you
- Asked by Melaine
- Verified Reply - AngelaIt appears we did have some issues but we have new stock this year. They are Bluebells. We offer a No Risk Guarantee if you are not completely satisfied with your order.Was this answer helpful to you
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How long do these plants stay green after blooming?
- Asked by Keith
- Verified Reply - AngelaThe English Bluebells will go dormant by early summer. It's important to allow the foliage die back naturally after blooming. Was this answer helpful to you
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Zone hardy?
- Asked by Guy
- Verified Reply - AngelaThe Original English Bluebells are suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 9. Was this answer helpful to you
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How many bulbs per bag
- Asked by Syl
- Verified Reply - KimberlyOriginal English Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) includes 100 bulbs per bag. This information can be found on our website just above the price list on each item. Was this answer helpful to you
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What steps does this seller take to insure that Hyacinthoides Non-scripta are shipped and not Spanish Bluebells?
- Asked by Dave
- Verified Reply - KimberlyOur creative team and shipping team are extremely careful to match varietal images and insure the correct item is shipped. We guarantee our merchanidise and if you have any problems at all with your order you may contact us at 800.552.9916.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can this be used and mowed as grass would be ?
- Asked by Mike might plant
- Verified Reply - AngelaThe foliage of English Bluebells must be allowed to die back naturally and not be mowed. If not, they will not flower the following year. This will happen in the summer and then the plant is dormant and invisible above ground. It would not be a good lawn substitute but it is amazing naturalized within a lawn. Just remember not to mow until the foliage is dead. Was this answer helpful to you
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How many bluebells in a bag?
- Asked by Wendy
- Verified Reply - AngelaThe Original English Bluebells offer includes 100 bulbs. Was this answer helpful to you
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When is the best time to order and plant English Blue Bells? Thank you
- Asked by Bruce
- Verified Reply - ViciThese bulbs are shipped in the fall and should be planted as soon as you can once the bulbs are received.Was this answer helpful to you
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