Summer Bulbs

Large clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers on a long stem. These bold beauties can produce up to 12 flowers per stem. Plant just below the surface in a warm, well drained position.

Begonias offer an explosion of colour for hanging baskets, window boxes, pots or tubs. The tubers can be planted after all risk of frost has past, using a loose, fertile soil or compost with plenty of drainage. Water and feed regularly once planted. It pays to remove dead flowers as well as pinching out any long stems during early growth to encourage stronger, bushier plants. Flowering from July until the first frost.

Also known as Angels wings, this is a tuberous perennial, that likes a moist soil and partial shade. A stunning decorative foliage.

‘Giant Himalayan Lily.’ It may take a year or two for the bulbs to settle with only the large glossy leaves appearing at ground level. These are already visually interesting in themselves but then patience will most definately be rewarded when strong stems start to emerge. These Cardiocrinum giganteum will reach a height of up to 3 metres and be topped with as many as 20 of the most fragrant white, trumpet flowers. After flowering, the bulbs will divide into several bulblets that will flower again in a few years to come. It is worth planting a few so to keep a rotation going. Plant with the crown of the bulb level with the surface in a humus-rich, shady spot.

Crocosmia produce long flower spikes each having several vibrant blooms with the leaves being an interesting sword shape. Will multiply over time to form dense clumps which can easily be divided and replanted.

Native to South Africa, Galtonia has several bell-shaped flowers climbing the tall stems. Very nicely scented. Plant in a well drained, sunny spot.

Herbaceous Perennials are the backbone of any great garden, giving structure and depth all year round, and year after year. With thousands of species to choose from, these plants – most of which don’t have woody stems – offer real value, with the majority reaching full height and flowering every year before dying back over the winter and re-growing in early spring, although there are also evergreen plants to choose from. <h2>Why grow Herbaceous Perennials?</h2> Herbaceous perennials offer gardeners a huge range of textures, colours, heights and widths and flower shapes to choose from. From ground covers and low hedges to larger bushes, architectural features, flowering beds and more, herbaceous perennials will go on growing and flowering for many years as long as they are well maintained. <h2>What varieties of Herbaceous Perennials does Gee-Tee have?</h2> Gee-Tee has a wide selection of herbaceous perennials to choose from including the colourful Achilleas, Alceas and Aqulegias. For year-round fresh greenery, choose from our range of Athyriums, Matteuccia Struhiopteris and Dryopteris, or bring flashes of vibrant lilac with our Campanulas and Delphiniums. Create depth in your meadow garden with our Echinaceas, Euphorbias and Heucheras, and large swathes of bushy colour with our drought-resistant Lavenders. And for tall focal points, we’ve got a fantastic range of Lupins, Nepeta, Papaver, Salvias, Verbena and Penstemons. <h2>How to grow Herbaceous Perennials?</h2> <span style="text-decoration: underline"><a href="/growing-advice/how-to-grow-bare-root-perennials">See our Growing Advice for Herbaceous Perennials.</a></span>

An old garden favourite but very exotic in appearance. Incarvillea have several trumpet-shaped flowers to a stem. Well worth trying.

All over the world, the lily has been a celebrated flower for thousands of years. It’s easy to see why with so many shapes, colours and sizes, it's signature trumpet-shaped flowers, not to mention the beautiful variety's powerful fragrance. The wide range of types and colours means you’ll find one that will complement your garden no matter your preference. <h2>Why grow Lilies?</h2> Lilies are so easy to grow too. All they ask for is a little drainage so that they don’t become waterlogged. They can then be left for many years, flowering again and again. Lilies look stunning in pots or as a cut flower in the home. <h2>What varieties of Lilies does Gee-Tee have?</h2> <p class="Standard">Gee tee has a large selection of Lily Bulbs including Asiatic Lilies, Oriental Lilies, Trumpet Lilies and Lilies for pots. Availability varies throughout the year.</p> <p class="Textbody">Asiatic Lilies are an excellent choice for your first Lily growing experience, as they are one of the easiest to grow and the earliest to flower.</p> <p class="Textbody">Asiatic Lilies have masses of open-faced, upward-facing flowers in a beautiful range of colours. Because they are shorter than other varieties and have strong stems, they need no staking. You should also note that they don't have any fragrance, although their blooms are vibrant and beautiful.</p> <p class="Textbody">To get the maximum scent and visual impact, you should select an Oriental hybrid, with their bold, bowl-shaped flowers and sensational fragrance. They can also reach a height of 1.5-2m, forming the centrepiece of any garden during flowering.</p> <p class="Textbody">Another outstanding variety is the Trumpet lily – tall with trumpet-shaped flowers, these hardy lilies grow many blooms, from 12 to 15 per stem, and have a wonderful sweet fragrance.</p> <p class="Standard">Alongside a large variety of types we have a large range of colours and sizes, these include orange, red and white and also tiny lilies. Availability depends on the time of year.</p> <h2>How to grow Lily Bulbs?</h2> <span style="text-decoration: underline"><a title="How to Grow Lilies" href="/growing-advice/how-to-grow-lilies">See our Growing advice for Lily Bulbs.</a></span>

‘The Guernsey Lily.’ A real treat to look forward to once autumn has started to creep in. Each leafless stem is topped with several vibrant pink flowers. Nerines prefer plenty of drainage. Ideal for pots or borders, will form into clumps over time.

Highly recommended for its red hot flowers which come through before the foliage. Can be planted in borders or pots. Sprekelia were originally brought to Europe by the Spanish from Mexico.