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In contrast, the bolder, more regimented Spanish bluebell ( Hyacinthoides hispanica)is a darker colour with tubular flowers and no scent. These are found in gardens across the country. Despite the wide distribution of H.non-scripta, it reaches its greatest densities in Britain and Ireland, [9] where " bluebell woods" (woodland with the understory dominated by H.non-scripta in spring) are a familiar sight. H.non-scripta is found throughout Britain and Ireland, with the exception of the northern Outer Hebrides ( Lewis and Harris), Orkney and Shetland, [8] and it is estimated that 25%–50% of all common bluebells may be found in Britain and Ireland. [16] Micheldever is close to the New Forest bluebell woods but has much easier access, especially if travelling from London or Southampton. However, if you’d like to plant your bluebell seeds in another part of the garden, you can simply collect the seeds when they are ready and replant them. Replicate natural propagation by sprinkling the seeds over well-composted soiland keeping the area cool until germination. If planting in pots, you can also start the seeds in trays. Scotland has a later bluebell season than the UK, but they are stunning. Many of the bluebell locations are more rugged and exposed than the rest of the UK making them an adventure to visit. Glen Finglas (Brig ‘o’ Turk), Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park

Close to Loch Ness is one of the best surviving ancient woodlands in Europe. This small woodland couldn’t be further from the tourist bustle of nearby Drumnadrochit and Urquhart Castle. Tree species include alder, ash, bird cherry and white willow which start to blossom at about the same time as the bluebells. Pierre Chouard (1934). "Les noms linnéens des Scilla et des Endymion et leur véritable signification"[The Linnaean names in Scilla and Endymion and their true identities] (PDF). Bulletin de la Société Botanique de France (in French). 81 (4): 620–630. doi: 10.1080/00378941.1934.10834006. Archived from the original ( PDF excerpt) on 2014-08-09 . Retrieved 2012-03-28. This is even more of an issue when Spanish and English bluebells are planted in the same area. These two plants hybridize to form Hyacinthoides xmassartiana ,a plant with characteristics from both bluebell types. This hybridization is one of the reasons bluebells are considered endangered in the United Kingdom. It’s important to keep these two plants away from each other, or they will hybridize to form Hyacinthoides ×massartiana. PropagationA new plantation was started with secure walkways through the woods in 2019 in the hope of protecting the bluebells from being trampled on by the many visitors each year. Due to their age – some are known to be hundreds of years old – these spaces are usually protected to prevent their decline. In some areas, these bulbs are considered endangered in their natural habitats. As a result, it is illegal to remove bluebell bulbs from the wild and plant them in your own garden or sell them off, according to the Wildlife and Countryside Act of the United Kingdom.

If you want to stop your bluebells from spreading or keep the plant looking neat, flowers can be deadheaded regularly before they set seed. If you want to propagate from seed, only deadhead flowers in the first weeks of blooming, leaving the last flowers on the plant. As part of the Golden Cap Estate, Langdon Hill offers its visitors an easy and relaxing 1.4-mile circular walk. In bluebell season the Corsican Pine forest is carpeted with flowers as far as you can see. If you’re after a longer and slightly more challenging walk, make sure to incorporate Golden Capinto your itinerary which is also the highest point along the Jurassic Coast. Recommended by Kitti Around the World Kingston Lacy Estate, Dorset Although known today as Hyacinthoides non-scripta, bluebells have had many different names in the past. The bluebell walk is above the castle and takes you through a woodland carpeted in bluebells. Bluebell Woods in the East of England If you want to help your bluebells spread, lift and divide bulbs after flowering. If your bluebells thrive, spreading will also happen naturally via bulb division and seed.Bluebells are not particularly thirsty plants. They do need moist soil for optimal growth, but too much moisture can cause the bulb to rot. Apart from these dark and twisted warnings, bluebells are beloved across the UK and in Europe– somewhat of an unofficial national flower. Walking through bluebell fields is a wonderful pastime. But, beware not to disturb the fairies, or face the consequences. Cultivation The most common place to find English bluebells is in the wild in England.

If you’re looking to fill a shady spot under a treewhere nothing else seems to grow, bluebells may be your answer. Their delicate flowers stand out amongst other partial shade plants like hostas. The deep greens of these foliage plants only serve to highlight the main event, the blue bluebell blooms. There are no facilities here, but Drumnadrochit is close enough to ensure there are no problems. The path into the woods starts from the small cemetery in Drumnadrochit. Bluebell forests in Northern Ireland To help retain moisture in the soil, apply a thin layer of mulch over the top. This also replicates woodland conditions as leaves typically fall around the bulbs and create a layer of organic matter that traps moisture in the soil.

Habitats

Many species make the woods their habitat, from rare beetles, birds and dormice to large mammals like deer and badger. A circular walk will take you through a Beech plantation, heathland and around Powdermill Reservoir for a range of beautiful scenery. Recommended by The Travel Bunny Micheldever Woods, Hampshire The ideal pH is slightly acidic, but they can also handle slightly alkaline soils quite well. Aim for a pH between 5.5 and 7.5 and you’ll be good to go. Climate and Temperature Snow and frost rarely affect English bluebells. While used as garden plants often, most bluebells are found in the wild. More than half of these wild bluebells can be found in woodlands around England. While their origin story is somewhat unclear, people believe these bluebell woodlands started springing up following the end of the last ice age. J. E. Raven (2000). Plants and Plant Lore in Ancient Greece. Oxford: Leopard Head Press. pp.26–27. ISBN 978-0-904920-40-6. It’s a pretty even terrain, suitable for both pushchairs and wheelchairs, but just keep an eye out for protruding tree roots! There are various man-made swings throughout the woods, but other than that not much else, other than the bluebells, it’s a great place to take the dog for a walk or let the children run off some steam Bluebell walks in Central England

These bulbs, native to western Europe, were dubbed Hyacinthus non-scriptusby the founder of binomial scientific naming, Carl Linnaeus. This genus is commonly known as hyacinths – an incredibly popular garden bulb. Bluebells prefer the native beech woodlands where the later emergence of leaves allows the bluebells time to flower before the light drops. Once the leaves have emerged the woodland floor is too dark for bluebells to thrive. The main path along the railway line takes you through the centre of the bluebells to a picnic area surrounded by flowers. There are a number of paths that cross the woodland as well as the adjacent flower meadows which are beautiful in the summer months once the bluebells have gone over. Bluebells in the North of England The woodland itself is a mixture of English oak, sessile oak, sycamore, lowland birch and sweet chestnut. There is also a Stand of hornbeam which is uncommon in the area.

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John Poland; Eric J. Clement (2009). The Vegetative Key to the British Flora. Botanical Society of the British Isles. p.140. ISBN 978-0-9560144-0-5.