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The Winner's Experience in Amsterdam The Netherlands - 2022
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The Winner's Experience in Amsterdam The Netherlands - 2022

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jun 22, 2022

When you visit our website, you’ll see a pop up giving you the opportunity to sign up to win a trip to Amsterdam: visiting the world famous flower park Keukenhof...

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December Bulbs: A Midwinter Flower Feast
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December Bulbs: A Midwinter Flower Feast

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Nov 07, 2019

Flower bulbs that bloom outside of their season? It’s possible with flower bulb forcing. And unlike other bulbs, Christmas favorites Paperwhite and Amaryllis don’t need a chilling period. In this...

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Freaky Flower Bulbs For Halloween
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Freaky Flower Bulbs For Halloween

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Oct 22, 2019

Halloween is around the corner, and though you might not expect it, nature has some tricky treats up its sleeve. In this blog we’re taking a look at the skeletons...

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The Winner's Experience in Amsterdam The Netherlands - 2019
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The Winner's Experience in Amsterdam The Netherlands - 2019

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on May 27, 2019

The Winner's Experience in Amsterdam The Netherlands - 2019. Visiting the world famous flower park Keukenhof and getting a private tour to DutchGrown’s own flower fields. Have you always wondered who...

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Protecting Flower Bulbs That Come Up Too Early
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Protecting Flower Bulbs That Come Up Too Early

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jan 15, 2019

Changing weather patterns can lead to erratic winters, sometimes resulting in vulnerable flower bulbs coming up too early. In this blog we’ll discuss what you can do to protect them.

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Gardening for a healthy body and mind
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Gardening for a healthy body and mind

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Aug 27, 2018

Working in your garden will give you beautiful flowers and lush greenery, but there is an extra bonus to be had: Gardening is proven to be extremely healthy. It lowers...

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Dutch Masters: Painting Beautiful Flower Bulbs
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Dutch Masters: Painting Beautiful Flower Bulbs

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Aug 19, 2018

In the 17th century the Dutch economy was booming, and an enormous amount of beautiful paintings were commissioned by the newly rich to showcase their wealth. The still lifes of...

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Gardening as Mindfulness
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Gardening as Mindfulness

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jul 25, 2018

In these stressful times, practicing mindfulness is the perfect counterbalance to our hectic lives. Gardening is a great exercise in mindfulness, as it connects you to your surroundings, helps you...

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What’s New? 10 Flower Bulb Varieties Launched in 2018
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What’s New? 10 Flower Bulb Varieties Launched in 2018

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jun 25, 2018

Every year flower bulb experts create and discover new varieties. Check out our guide to the latest beauties and order your favorites to create a spring garden full of state-of-the...

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The Winner's Experience of the Trip to the Netherlands 2018
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The Winner's Experience of the Trip to the Netherlands 2018

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on May 28, 2018

(by Kathleen Lores from Philomath, OR)   Hi! I am the VERY LUCKY winner of the sweepstakes trip to Amsterdam, Holland, and what a surprise! I must thank DutchGrown for the most incredible...

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Jumbo Amaryllis bulb varieties for indoors and outdoors
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Jumbo Amaryllis bulb varieties for indoors and outdoors

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on May 09, 2018

The statuesque and striking Jumbo Amaryllis is easy to care for and brings exotic charm and tropical abundance wherever it grows. Blooming more than once a year, and feeling at...

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Keukenhof Gardens 2018: A Place for Inspiration
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Keukenhof Gardens 2018: A Place for Inspiration

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jun 27, 2017

We are a proud exhibitor at the World famous Keukenhof Gardens. It’s a paradise of flowers, a wonder of the world, and a place that should be on every traveler’s...

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Meet Ben, our Flower Bulb Specialist

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