Description

Build a bold, colour-themed display with a pack of 50 dormant summer-flowering bulbs/corms/tubers in red shades. This collection combines tall, dramatic flower spikes with shorter, petal-packed blooms for a layered look in borders and large patio pots. Plant in spring and enjoy flowers from late spring through summer (timing varies by bulb type and planting date). Perfect for sunny garden spots and for cutting stems to enjoy indoors. Supplied dormant for planting at home. Natural variation can occur in shade depth and varieties within the red colour theme.

Also known as (common/other names):

• Gladiolus – gladioli, sword lily
• Freesia – Cape freesia, fragrant freesia
• Ranunculus asiaticus – Persian buttercup, bedding ranunculus
• Anemone coronaria (De Caen Group) – florist anemone, poppy anemone, garden anemone, windflower

Key Benefits

• 50-piece colour-themed pack for a cohesive red planting scheme
• Excellent mix of heights for borders and patio containers
• Includes popular cut-flower types
• Strong summer colour for beds, pots and bouquet gardens
• Best performance in full sun and well-drained soil
• Easy to combine with other summer bulbs
• Dormant bulbs/corms/tubers supplied for planting at home
• Great for mass planting in groups
• Clear planting results with good drainage and regular watering

Product Details

• Product: Summer Flowering Bulbs Collection (Red Theme)
• Pack size: 50 bulbs/corms/tubers total
• Included types: Gladiolus, Freesia, Ranunculus, Anemone de Caen
• Colour: Red theme
• Planting time: Spring (from March onwards)
• Indoor/Outdoor: Suitable for both (starting under cover can help in colder areas)
• Origin: Netherlands
• Bulb/corm size: 8/10 (please ensure this matches what you ship)

Pollinator-friendly note: When flowers are open, single blooms can provide nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects. Very double, heavily petalled forms usually offer less accessible nectar/pollen.

Companion planting ideas (bulbs that pair well): For a striking red border, combine with Crocosmia (warm orange-red tones), Liatris spicata (purple contrast and butterflies), Dahlias (long flowering), or Triteleia (blue contrast). These pairings extend the season and add variety in flower shape.

More Reasons to Choose

• Ideal for bold, high-impact summer borders
• Great for “cutting patch” gardens
• Works in large containers for patio colour
• Mix of flower forms keeps displays interesting
• Plant in groups for a stronger effect
• Stagger planting for a longer flowering window
• Good drainage helps reduce bulb/corm rot
• Pairs well with ornamental grasses and cottage perennials
• Easy-care with simple feeding and watering routine
• Labelled bulbs make planting simpler (recommended)

Growing Information (summary)

• Flowering time: Late spring to late summer (varies by type and planting time)
• Height: Approx. 25–90cm (varies by plant)
• Position: Full sun to light partial sun; sheltered is best
• Soil: Well-drained; add grit to heavy clay or plant in raised beds/pots

Planting Guide (simple steps)

1. Unpack on arrival and store cool, dry and airy until planting.
2. Choose a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil (or use pots with free-draining compost).
3. Pre-soak: Soak Ranunculus tubers for up to 24 hours; soak Anemone corms overnight.
4. Planting depths (guide):
   • Gladiolus: 10–15cm deep, 10–15cm apart
   • Freesia: about 5cm deep
   • Ranunculus: about 5cm deep, “claws” facing down
   • Anemone de Caen: about 8cm deep, 10–15cm apart
5. Water after planting, then keep lightly moist (not waterlogged) as growth appears.
6. Support taller stems if needed and feed during bud formation for best flowering.
7. In colder areas, protect tender types from frost and consider lifting/storing after the season.

Good to know

• Gladiolus are classic cut flowers and look best planted in groups.
• Ranunculus tubers are “claw-shaped” – claws face down when planting.
• Freesias are valued for fragrance and can do well in pots.
• Anemone de Caen are often grown as florist flowers for cutting.

What You Will Receive

• 50x Red Summer Flowering Bulbs Collection – Gladiolus, Freesia, Ranunculus & Anemone de Caen
• Eco-friendly recyclable packaging
• Planting and care instructions included

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