I was able to get the bulbs from Von Bourgondien at no special request, since they were and are still selling them, though some items are sold out. Thanks for asking the right questions, so that I’d know better how…
Day: January 6, 2008
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Hi all The season here is very mixed up for the second autumn/winter in a row. Bulbs are emerging fast with some February flowerers appearing in November. We have had any very cold snaps so far. For those in to…
In Bloom today at Bramcote
Hi All Roger and I wish you all a Happy New Year. When I was helping Roger to lay his irrigation system out ready to cover his late flowering bulbs, I noticed this in my bulb frame and thought I…
A couple of things I’d like to know about
WOW!!!!– What knowlege you have! This is what I want to learn. Thanks for sharing.—( Donna )Lynn Shields Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape in the new year.
Interest in older cultivars?
Daffnetters: John Reed and I were talking last night about Historic daffodils (registered prior to 1940). He is thinking about putting together a list offering what he is growing (there are many things hiding out there in those fields of…
Galanthus ‘Ding Dong’
Galanthus ‘Ding Dong’ was named by Alan from Avon Bulbs. He has given witty names to many others. This one is named after the cosmetics company Avon. Their slogan back in the 70’s or 80’s was “Ding! Dong! Avon calling”…