Wildflower Bulbs (Autumn Planted)
Many of the most treasured British wildflowers are best established by planting wildflower bulbs in the autumn months. These small, easy to plant bulbs are the simplest way to bring beautiful native flowers into your garden and provide some of the earliest blooms following winter.
At Boston Seeds, we offer quality UK native wildflowers for domestic gardeners and trades people alike. All of our wildflower bulbs are directly sourced from trusted growers and are selected for their quality and provenance. Take a look at our range of autumn planted wildflower bulbs below.
Our bulbs are sourced directly from the finest growers, and selected for size, quality & reliability
Save over 10% compared to buying individually in this great value collection.
Contains your favourite wildflower species to create a stunning spring display. Perfect for bringing late-winter and early-spring colour into your garden. Each collection will contain equal quantities of the following:
- English Bluebell
- Winter Aconite
- Common Snowdrop
Our bulbs are sourced directly from the finest growers, and selected for size, quality & reliability
True, native British bluebell bulbs, carefully selected and lifted under licence from British woodland, inspected throughout the growing and harvesting period. Certified as true, UK native Hyacinthoides non-scripta. Nothing surpasses the sight and smell of a woodland full of scented Bluebells which you can now replicate in your own garden or meadow.
- Flowers: April-June
- Height: 30-40 cms
- Bulb size: 5+cm
- UK native
Our bulbs are sourced directly from the finest growers, and selected for size, quality & reliability
With spikes of blackish-blue flowers, grape hyacinth prefer open, well-drained soils. Perfect for naturalising over time, muscari add vibrant blue, impactful blooms into your borders and patio.
- Flowers: March-April
- Height: 15-20cm
- Bulb size: 5-6cm
- Non UK native
Our bulbs are sourced directly from the finest growers, and selected for size, quality & reliability
Snowdrop Bulbs are a classic garden favourite, producing masses of delicate white flowers in late winter and early spring. Sourced from the finest growers in the UK, trusted for over twenty years, our Snowdrop Bulbs are of the highest quality, ensuring true British provenance. An RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, this reliable UK native is ideal for naturalising in lawns, borders and woodland gardens, where it will gradually form attractive clumps year after year.
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
- Ideal for naturalising in lawns and woodland gardens
- Hardy bulbs that return year after year
- Flowers: February-March
- Height: 10-20cm
- Bulb size: 4/5cm
- UK native
Star of Bethlehem is a perennial bulbous flowering plant of the Hyacinthaceae family. It has six to ten leaves and the flowers group in a corymbose raceme with 6-20 flowers.
- Flowers: April-June
- Height: 20-30cm
- Bulb size: 5-6cm
- Non UK native
Lily of the valley are renowned for their unique sweet scent. Flowering late spring, the drooping, pure white bell-like flowers are well-suited to damp woodland areas.
- Flowers: May-June
- Height: 20-30cm
- Bulb size: Pips
- UK native
Wild Cyclamen Hederifolium is pink with red eyes and silver spot leaves. Great for adding long-lasting colour to your beds and borders, whilst also being well-suited to growing in pots.
- Flowers: November-January
- Height: 15cm
- Bulb Size: 15-20cm
- Non UK native
The Wild Daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus) is a more delicate and graceful plant than its cultivated counterparts, known also know as the Lent Lily. With a pale yellow perianth around a golden trumpet, the grey-green leaves of the wild daffodil are delightful and distinctive, returning year after year.
- Flowers: March-April
- Height: 20-30cm
- Bulb size: 2-3cm
- UK native
- Best planted into bare soil
Our bulbs are sourced directly from the finest growers, and selected for size, quality & reliability
A wild relative of chives, Wild Garlic (or Ramsons) grows from a small bulb and often spreads to form large clumps. Found in damp woods, scrub, hedges and on shady banks, where its garlicky aroma will fill the air. The leaves are edible but have a surprisingly mild flavour.
- Flowers: April-June
- Height: 50cm
- Bulb size: S1
- UK native
The only relative of the garden tulip found wild in Britain. Wild Tulips flower in March and April with rich yellow blooms and the added bonus of a delicious scent. Great for naturalising in borders, beds and wildflower areas.
- Flowers: March-April
- Height: 25cm
- Bulb size: 6-7cm
- UK native
One of the earliest flowering garden flowers, Eranthus hyemalis, produce bright yellow flowers in the depths of winter followed by attractive green foliage.
- Flowers: January-February
- Height: 10cm
- Bulb Size: 4/5cm
- Non UK native
Star-like, white flowers of the wood anemone can be seen carpeting the woodland floor before the trees burst into leaf. The flowers are often streaked with pink or purple, especially on the outside, and are carried on a reddish stem.
- Flowers: April-May
- Height: 15-20cm
- Bulb size: Rhizomes
- UK native
Making bulb planting easier, quicker and cleaner, our bulb planter is the ideal tool for helping you plant your larger spring-flowering bulbs.
- Made of high quality steel
- Automatic release on handle
- Duroplast coating - impact, elastic, abrasion, and corrosion resistant
- Perfect for planting larger flower bulbs such as daffodils, tulips, alliums, hyacinths and more
The ultimate tool for quickly and easily planting your spring bulbs and wildflower plants. High-quality, durable plastic handle securely fitted to a stainless steel blade, the robust design is ideal to assist in planting your plants and bulbs into beds, borders and grassland.
Specifically designed to help bulbs establish in pots and borders, without the risk of the bulbs rotting, providing an open and free-draining soil structure.
- Ideal for planting with Narcissi, Crocus, Hyacinths and other spring-flowering bulbs
- Universal bulb planting fibre
- 500gm bag - This pack is sufficient for 3 x 1-litre pots
Wildflower Bulbs (Autumn Planted) FAQs
What are autumn planted wildflower bulbs?
Autumn planted bulbs are as the name suggests planted in Autumn and then bloom the following Spring. Wildflower bulbs require a cold winter dormant period in order to establish their roots. They are a great option for adding some beautiful colour to your garden in early Spring.
When should I plant autumn wildflower bulbs?
The best time to plant autumn planted wildflower bulbs is during the months of September to November before the ground freezes.
How long do autumn-planted wildflower bulbs take to flower?
Depending on the specific type of wildflower bulbs you plant will determine its flowering season. However, autumn planted wildflower bulbs will bloom a few months after planting, typically between January and May. Choosing a variety of species is a great way to expand the flowering season of your garden.
If you’ve missed the autumn planting window, you can choose ‘In the green’ wildflower bulbs which can be planted in January and bloom within a few weeks.
How do I plant autumn-planted wildflower bulbs?
Plant the wildflower bulbs in between September and November, make sure the ground isn’t frozen and is well aerated. Plant the bulbs around 2-3 times their depth (around 10cm deep) with the pointed end up. Space them around 5-10cm apart in a scattered approach for a more natural look. Once planted, make sure the soil is firm and then water well.
How do I care for autumn-planted wildflower bulbs after planting?
After planting the wildflower bulbs ensure they are watered well and then they can usually be left alone through winter, requiring little maintenance. Once they have bloomed, allowing any foliage to naturally die back can help fuel next year’s growth.
Why choose Boston Seeds?
With over two decades of experience, Boston Seeds is a family-run business whose passion lies in creating beautiful outdoor spaces with high-quality grass and wildflowers.
When buying from Boston Seeds, you are buying:
- Quality assurance: Every one of our wildflower bulbs is grown by one of our select group of trusted growers, and quality checked before sending out to customers.
- Customer satisfaction: We take pride in providing the best possible service and product for our customers. If you’ve got any questions or concerns our team is always happy to help.
- Expert advice: We are always on hand to help provide expert advice on planting your wildflower bulbs to ensure you get the best meadow or garden. Take a look at our advice section or get in touch.
- Versatility: Whatever your needs and requirements are, we’ve got the wildflower bulbs for you. Whether you’re looking for bee friendly flowers or just beautiful looking flowers, we’ve got you covered.
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We take quality seriously, supplying products you can trust. Our grass seed is DEFRA-certified for purity and germination, utilising the highest quality cultivars recommended by the Sports Turf Research Institute. Wildflower products are of known UK provenance and flower bulbs are sourced directly from the finest growers in the UK and the Netherlands.
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