Summer Flowering Bulbs

Agapanthus

Most agapanthus are drought tolerant and are a good choice for coastal areas, coping well with wind and salty air
Plant in a well-drained soil which has plenty of sun
Be patient as it may take 2-3 years for the plants to establish before flowering takes off
Mulch in autumn or cover during cold spells to protect the young shoots
If the clumps become too big, lift them and split every 4-5 years
If you are planting your agapanthus in a pot, move to a sheltered position during the winter period, so that the roots are protected from frost
Plants will flower well in pots if the roots are constricted. They should be split and replanted in fresh compost if the roots become congested, otherwise flowering may suffer

Crinum originate from South Africa & flower dark pink & white in colour
Plant the bulb under the ground, leaving the neck above ground & 45cm of space between bulbs
They require a sunny location & should be protected from frost
Crinum is one of the late-flowering bulbs & is usually best grown in pots as a solitary plant

Nerines are a classic border plant that flowers around October time
They have sturdy leafless stems & lily-like pink blooms
Plant in a sunny position in free-draining soil
Make sure when planting that the pointed tip appears just above the surface
Nerines thrive when clumps become congested, making them well suited to growing in containers

Crocosmia originate in South Africa & flower orange & red in colour
They require a lot of light & can be used in borders & beds
Crocosmia produce several flowers per spike. Leave around 10cm space between bulbs
If planted in autumn, covering is necessary for the first year

Eucomis originate in South Africa & flower yellow, green & white in colour
When planting, cover the base of the bulb with a thin layer of soil & space bulbs out by 15cm
The flowers produce a lot of nectar so are good for attracting bees to your garden
These make ideal border plants, but can also be grown in pots. You should ensure the pot is large enough & also deep enough with holes for effective drainage

These originate in Peru & flower white & yellow in colour
Plant the bulb just under ground level & keep the neck just above the surface. Keep 20cm between bulbs
They require a sheltered & sunny spot
The flowers of the Hymenocallis look like a daffodil flower. There are no leaves on the stem & the flowers are fragrant
Hymenocallis are suited to growing outside in a sunny spot, most often used in pots & containers