Gee Tee Bulb Collections & Mixtures

Gee Tee Bulb Collections & Mixtures

It can be tricky choosing from our range of bulbs and plants, knowing how they might work together to fill a gap in your border or to make the pots on your patio look great. There are a few things to consider, such as flowering times, colour combinations, heights and...
Is Iris a bulb or a rhizome?

Is Iris a bulb or a rhizome?

The answer is both! Dependant on the variety. Very generally speaking, rhizome type iris produce larger flowers, including bearded type flowers, while bulb type iris produce smaller flowers which are suited to rock gardens or the front of borders to provide early...
Growing bulbs from seeds

Growing bulbs from seeds

Snowdrop and bluebell seeds are best propagated in autumn for the best germinating conditions. To get started, collect seed heads from healthy, disease free plants when they’re ripe and let them dry out until they open up. Once they’ve opened, you can easily remove...
Tulip Fire

Tulip Fire

Tulip Fire, also known as Tulip Breaking Virus is a plant virus that affects many species of the genus Tulipa. It is a form of botrytis that is caused by rotting or damaged tissue, including old bulbs, dead flower petals and decomposing leaves. It is exacerbated by...
Growing Bareroot Perennials

Growing Bareroot Perennials

Growing bareroot perennials in your garden is a great investment. Whether you want to create an oasis with peonies or brighten up an area with stylish agapanthus, these flowers don’t disappoint. Starting out with bareroot perennials Starting as a root with a few...
How to plant bulbs in the green

How to plant bulbs in the green

What are bulbs in the green? Bulbs in the green are actively growing flower bulbs. Snowdrop bulbs, bluebell bulbs, narcissus bulbs, wild garlic and anemones. Usually planted in autumn as a dormant bulb, it can be more successful to buy them in spring once the root...