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Why You Should Plant Spring Planted Bulbs and Perennials
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Why You Should Plant Spring Planted Bulbs and Perennials

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jan 30, 2024

Planting bulbs and perennials in the spring is like setting the stage for a summer-long garden party. It's not just about the flowers; it's about bringing a burst of life...

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Tulips In Hot Climates: Is It Possible?
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Tulips In Hot Climates: Is It Possible?

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jul 18, 2023

Their vibrant colors, clean lines and classic cup-like shapes have made tulips a firm favorites for centuries. A single bloom makes a stunning statement in a simple vase, while fields...

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Tulip Fire: How to Prevent and Treat Botrytis Tulip Fungus
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Tulip Fire: How to Prevent and Treat Botrytis Tulip Fungus

Posted by Mae Georgiou on May 09, 2023

When faced with the issue of a Tulip Fire caused by the Botrytis tulipae fungus, some may jokingly suggest calling the fire brigade. However, this is a serious problem that...

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What to Do After Tulips and Daffodils Are Finished Flowering in the Spring
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What to Do After Tulips and Daffodils Are Finished Flowering in the Spring

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Apr 24, 2023

What you do with your spring flowering daffodils and tulips once they have stopped flowering depends on whether you want to try planting the same bulbs for next spring. If...

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How to Grow Italian Anemones
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How to Grow Italian Anemones

Posted by Louiza Lazarou on Feb 08, 2023

  Italian Anemones are a hardy and robust cultivar that blooms early and lasts for a long time, producing beautiful delicate flowers in a range of colors. They are an...

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Chilling and forcing flower bulbs
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Chilling and forcing flower bulbs

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Sep 22, 2022

Can’t get enough of the beauty of flower bulbs in bloom? In this blog we’ll show you how chilling and forcing can help you enjoy flowers like tulips, narcissus or...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Elephant Ears
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Elephant Ears

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jul 15, 2022

Elephant ear plants are bold and dramatic exotic plants that are recognisable due to their large foliage. These oversized plants that bring a tropical atmosphere to any garden have gained...

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Tips for Growing and Using Gladiolus
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Tips for Growing and Using Gladiolus

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jul 13, 2022

Not only do gladiolus produce some of the most beautiful flowers in your garden but they are also super easy to grow and maintain. There is no need to prune...

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Protecting Flower Bulbs from Voles
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Protecting Flower Bulbs from Voles

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Sep 10, 2020

Learn how to stop voles and protect your bulbs. In this blog we’ll share the best tips for protecting your flower bulbs from voles, as well as a list of...

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Planting a Cutting Garden
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Planting a Cutting Garden

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jun 05, 2020

A garden can be many things: A calm haven from the noise & stress of everyday life. A chance to exercise your green thumbs. A way to bring your creative...

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Planting Time
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Planting Time

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Oct 13, 2019

Let’s put on our gardening clothes and grab our trowels, because it’s time to get planting! In this blog we’ll give you the tips and tricks that will help you...

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Deer Resistant Flower Bulbs
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Deer Resistant Flower Bulbs

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Aug 31, 2019

When you’ve worked hard to plan & plant a beautiful bulb garden, the last thing you want is for deer to come in and ruin it. In this blog we’ve...

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Meet Ben, our Flower Bulb Specialist

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