'Germidour' is one of the most satisfying varieties of garlic you can grow, producing lovely large and compact bulbs with white, papery skins that are attractively streaked with pinky-purple. It has a mild, subtle flavour and delicate aroma - perfect for a wide variety of savoury dishes whether used raw in salad dressings or for cooking. Originating in France, this worthy winner of the RHS Award of Garden Merit is well suited to the UK climate, being virus-free and a reliable cropper with bulbs that typically contain about 10-12 succulent cloves. This softneck type garlic doesn't produce flower stems but will mature earlier than hardneck types and also has better storage properties - up to 3 months or more in good condition after harvesting. The garlic that is most commonly sold in supermarkets is softneck - but don't be tempted to propagate shop-bought garlic as it will be more prone to disease and crop far less efficiently than plants grown from these superior horticultural quality bulbs. Traditionally, garlic is planted on the shortest day of the year (21-22 December) and harvested on the longest (20-22 June), although it can be planted in the autumn or spring. Autumn plantings will produce earlier crops and although winter hardy, may benefit from protection from the cold - or can be grown in a greenhouse or tunnel. If planting in the spring, just wait until the frosts have gone before placing the cloves in the ground. 'Germidour' will thrive in a sunny spot in most well-draining soils. If your soil is heavy, prepare the plot in advance by digging in some well-rotted garden compost, and also some sand or grit, to improve fertility and drainage. Alternatively, grow in good-quality compost in raised beds, trugs or containers. Garlic doesn't take up much room, making it an ideal choice for small-space gardening. It is a good companion plant for roses and other plants or vegetables that are vulnerable to greenfly as its aroma will help to repel those little beasts! Supplied as 2 bulbs ready to split into approximately 10-12 cloves for planting.Grows up to 60cm (24in) height by 15cm (6in) spread.
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The easiest way to achieve a perfect windowbox is with our collection of pre-spaced bulbs - a lovely mix of summer flowered shorter bulbs in shades of pink and white. Packed with 38 bulbs already spaced, including Gladiolus Charming Beauty, Begonia white, Oxalis deppei pink and Freesia double white. Using the unqiue biodegradable package, these Balcon-O-Mat Drop in pods are a quick and simple way to take all the hassle out of planting bulbs. No more worrying about colours, or spacing Simply plant the whole tray into the ground or a pot - watch the helpful video to see how. You cannot get easier gardening than this for flowers next summer and for years beyond.
These true blue Allium are a popular variety, a stunning ornamental onion producing a profusion of small star shaped bright blue flowers. Plant in groups for best effect adding height to your bulb displays. Attractive plants for Butterflies to enjoy again make excellent cut flowers for dramatic floral arrangements.#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B212058A"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B212059A"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}
This buoyant variety will surely make you smile, and offer colourful displays in your borders and pots with large flared heads in vibrant orange with traces of yellow and the edges of the outer petals with soft grey lilac set on a sturdy stem. Also excellent as a cut flower. #html-body [data-pb-style="60599B2121778"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B2121788"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}
This highly fragrant tall Allium has ball shaped florets purple flushed with white. Position at the back of your border growing up to 1.5m creates an excellent focal point to your garden decor add colourful perennials to cover the base areas. #html-body [data-pb-style="60599B21209FF"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B2120A10"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}
Large globe shaped florets in rich red burgundy tones set on sturdy rich green foliage. Perfect in containers or smaller borders We recommend planting in fertile soil at approx 10cm-15cm apart and a depth of roughly 3 to 4 times the size of the bulb. Alliums make excellent cut flowers and add depth to all your floral arrangements. #html-body [data-pb-style="60599B2120E68"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B2120E79"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}
Introducing Drop In Bulb Pods Quick and Easy - For Perfect Displays EVERY Time, Yes! Now YOU can become an instant bulb expert and produce amazing spring bulb displays every time with this NEW ingenious system! The Designer Bulb Pods will be delivered with your bulbs in-situ and in their ideal spacing- so you WILL get perfect colour-themed displays! Simply dig a planting hole in your garden or if you plant in a pot or trough, drop the entire Bulb Pod in, cover with compost or soil, water and wait for great results! It really is a case of DIG, DROP, COVER - your results will astound friends and familly! No need for dirty hands. The totally biodegradable Bulb Pod, will itself disappear with a few weeks from planting, leaving the bulbs in the perfect planting design in spring you will get a fabulous display that looks just like the picture! GUARANTEED! Each display has been skilfully created by our experts so the varieties within it will provide a co-ordinated riot of colour each spring.
What could be easier than this perfect blend of pre-spaced and filled bulbs - arranged as 7 red Tulip Scarlet Baby, surrounded by 12 sea blue Crocuss, creating a lovely effect. Perfect for dropping straight into larger pots (diameter 24cm (10') or more), or into the garden for circles of colour. Using the unique biodegradable package, these Plant-o-Mat Drop in pods are a quick and simple way to take all the hassle out of planting bulbs. No more worrying about colours, or spacing Simply plant the whole tray into the ground or a pot - watch the helpful video to see how. You cannot get easier gardening than this for flowers next Spring and for years beyond.
What could be easier than this perfect blend of pre-spaced and filled bulbs - arranged as 7 white Tulipa 'Royal Virgin' , surrounded by 12 stunning Anemone blanda 'Blue Shades' bulbs, creating a lovely effect. Each display has been skilfully created by our experts so the varieties within it will provide a co-ordinated riot of colour each spring. Perfect for dropping straight into larger pots (diameter 24cm (10in) or more), or into the garden for circles of colour. Using the unique biodegradable package, these Plant-o-Mat Drop in pods are a quick and simple way to take all the hassle out of planting bulbs. No more worrying about colours, or spacing, simply plant the whole tray into the ground or a pot - watch the helpful video to see how. You cannot get easier gardening than this for flowers next spring and for years beyond! Supplied as a pre-positioned pack of 19 bulbs, in circular biodegradable pack.
Planting Instructions:The perfect solution to planting bulbs with the minimum of fuss and disturbance to other plants in your borders.Simply fill the bulb basket with soil or compost and evenly space the bulbs to the recommended planting distance, gently pushing the bulbs in to the soil to just cover the base.Dig a hole in your border or in your container to the correct depth, place the basket then replace the soil. Your bulbs will now send their roots through the basket base and grow as normal. After flowering just lift the baskets and store until all the green growth has died back, keep moist and feed to help next year's flowering. Ideal for drying and storing your bulbs over winter, especially frost-tender varieties (just remember to keep the whole basket in a frost-free place).Pack contains 3 x 26cm Bulb Baskets
This exotic deeply coloured tulip will create great interest in your Spring garden, rich in colour dark purple to black siting on tall sturdy stems with feathered edges and petals that twist and turn. A real show stopper fill your borders and containers in abundance and why not accompany it with sizzling Parrot Irene. #html-body [data-pb-style="60599B2121540"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B2121551"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}