English Bluebell Seeds hyacinthoides non-scripta – will tolerate semi-shade or sun but looks best grown in shaded woodland settings where the rich blue colour will be more intense. In the wild bluebells have a preference for acid soils and grow in a variety of habitats including woodlands, hedgerows, grassy banks and even alongside open coastal cliffs. In gardens, bluebells can be introduced under small trees, or on the north and east side of fences and hedges and also between the gaps of paving or paths. Unlike their Spanish counterparts, English Bluebells are highly scented and it is this scent that draws insects such as Bees, and Butterflies in April and May. English Bluebells look stunning when grown alongside Red Campion and Greater Stitchwort both of which have similar flowering times. Alternative Names for Bluebells include Blue Bonnets, Bell Bottle, and Ring o’Bells