Color:

Bluebell

Hyacinthoides non-scripta

Bulb

English bluebell with nodding bell flowers on arching stems. Sweet fragrance. Carpets woodland floors. Protected in UK. Symbol of gratitude and constancy. Romantic woodland flower.

Bloom Season

Spring

Habitat

Temperate

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Perfect For

Wedding

Care & Vase Life

Stays fresh for 3 to 5 days

when properly cared for

Very delicate - best enjoyed in the garden

If cutting, do so in the morning and use ice-cold water

Keep extremely cool - they wilt quickly in warmth

Display for short periods only

Protected species - only use cultivated stock

Delicate

Keep very cold

Change water daily

Fragrance Profile

Mild

Sweet, delicate honey-like fragrance

Safety Information

Toxic to Cats

Toxic to Dogs

Toxic to Humans

Contains glycosides that can cause digestive upset, slow heart rate, and drowsiness if ingested

Fun Facts

Nearly half of the worlds bluebell population grows in the UK

Ancient folklore says fairies used bluebells as thimbles

The sticky sap was historically used to bind pages in books

Walking through a bluebell wood was thought to enchant you forever

Origin & History

Native to Western Europe

Native to Atlantic Europe, particularly the British Isles, bluebells have been part of folklore for centuries. Ancient woodlands carpeted in bluebells are a celebrated sight in spring Britain. They are protected by law in the UK due to habitat loss and illegal collection.