Bluebell/ˈbluːbel/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Spring Indicator Bluebells are associated with spring, signaling the season's arrival. As soon as bluebells appear, we know spring is here. Pro Tip 2/3British Woodlands Bluebells are commonly found in UK woodlands and are a symbol of British springtime. We visited ancient bluebell woods on our trip to Britain. Pro Tip 3/3Protected Species In some regions, bluebells are protected by law so they should not be picked or uprooted. Remember, it's illegal to disturb bluebells in the wild.