BULB LOG 12 - 19th March 2014

[mark smyth]

Just a dronefly in the tulip flower. It has a shiny body. The Narcissus fly is hairy

Stand out plants in the blog - Trillium ovatum maculosum and the tall yellow Frit 

[Maggi Young]

Just a dronefly in the tulip flower. It has a shiny body. The Narcissus fly is hairy

Stand out plants in the blog - Trillium ovatum maculosum and the tall yellow Frit 

 Thank goodness for that, Mark - we thought you'd know for sure. Ian didn't catch the fly.

Those two plants are probably my favourites as well 

[Luc Gilgemyn]

The Crocus scardicus MUST be among my top 3 Crocus !   

[Ian Y]

Thanks for  identifying the fly for me Mark, I knew it was not a bee but was not sure what it was so am relived to learn it is a dronefly.

Luc I think Crocus scardicus would be in all croconuts top 5 a pity it is not easier for most to grow.

[FrazerHenderson]

Ian, I know it has been said many times before but thanks again for taking the time and effort on the blog, it is appreciated and inspirational; it certainly stimulated my own (modest) bulb collection.

[Ian Y]

Thank you Frazer for your kind words and support, it is always good and encouraging to hear that there are people out there who appreciate what I do.

[Mavers]

Your log must be unique Ian.
Superb photography & hands on practical advice............... & as Frazer said inspirational.
I always look forward to the next one!

[ian mcenery]

I agree I never miss one. It has certainly spread the "disease" of bulb growing with me. Thanks for all your efforts