Summer Bulbs

<table class="wp-list-table widefat fixed striped table-view-list tags ui-sortable"> <tbody id="the-list" data-wp-lists="list:tag"> <tr id="tag-226" class="level-1"> <td class="description column-description" data-colname="Description">There is sure to be a type of Anemone to suit your garden. Take a walk through any woodland in spring and you are likely to stumble across Anemone Nemerosa, also called the ‘Wood Anemone’ scattered amongst the trees in the dappled sunlight. These are supplied as rhizomes – a type of sprouting root – and prefer a cooler, shadier spot. Anemone Blanda, known as ‘windflower’ will open wide with the strength of the sun in your borders, and will be happy to rest there all summer. Arriving as corms – an underground stem – a good soak overnight before planting is required. For cut flowers, the vividly coloured Anemone De Caen is very popular.</td> <td class="wpseo-score column-wpseo-score" data-colname="SEO score"> <div class="wpseo-score-icon bad" title="Needs improvement" aria-hidden="true"></div></td> </tr> </tbody> </table>

Bare root perennials are plants that are grown in open ground and presented with no soil or compost around the roots, and very little top growth. These plants are dug up ready to be planted in the colder dormant season between November and March and will burst into growth and life as the spring and early summer occur. Why plant? Bare root plants as with lots of rhizomes tend to be more cost-effective than pot-grown plants and often also present a more established, larger clump of roots which will continue to develop over the winter, giving the plant a real boost of growth as the weather thaws. Once you’ve bought your bare root, you’ll have the choice to plant them out if the winter is particularly mild, or plant them into pots to establish them during winter, and plant them out in the spring – this makes it easier to look after the young plants and means you could move them if required in harsh winters. Planting them into pots also promotes root growth in softer compost and protects the young plants against weeds, pests and so forth. You can then harden them off before planting them out in the spring. Depending on which variety you choose, these perennials can thrive in full sun and sunny spots around your garden, or in shade, are often drought tolerant and like moist soil once replanted to help the individual bare roots take hold in their new situation. Bare root perennials can be planted in several different ways including into moist open ground soil, pots and planter boxes. What varieties of do Gee Tee have? Gee Tee stocks a wide variety of bare root perennials including white and blue Agapanthus, Lily of the Valley, Cosmos, Helleborus, Hemerocallis, Kniphofia Uvaria, and Peonies. How to grow Bare Root Perennials? See our Growing advice for Bare Root Perennials.

Well known as ‘Arum Lilies,’ they make a prestigious cut flower. Only Aethiopica can be considered hardy but all are surprisingly easy to grow in a moist rich soil. Calla Lilies are a truly special addition to any garden.

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 Perennials?</h2> These 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 do Gee-Tee have?</h2> Gee-Tee has a wide selection of perennials to choose from including the very colourful Achilleas, Alceas and Papaver. 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>

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>

These look fantastic planted among long grass or in flower beds. Each  stem has a solitary, star-shaped bloom at the top. The bulbs will form clumps which can be divided easily.