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The life cycle of your flower bulbs
Planting Tips

The life cycle of your flower bulbs

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Nov 09, 2018

What happens to the bulbs you planted this fall once they’re in the ground? In this blog we’re taking a look at the life cycle of flower bulbs, and we’re...

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Planting your flower bulbs somewhere else....
Garden Design

Planting your flower bulbs somewhere else....

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Nov 01, 2018

Why not plant your flower bulbs somewhere else this fall? There are many more possible places to grow your beloved blooms than your flowerbeds and terra cotta pots alone…

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Caring for your flower bulbs once they’ve arrived
Planting Tips

Caring for your flower bulbs once they’ve arrived

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Oct 07, 2018

At DutchGrown we plan our deliveries in such a way that your flower bulbs are at their most ‘plantable’ when they arrive at your door. But if for whatever reason...

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Preparing your soil for flower bulb planting
Planting Tips

Preparing your soil for flower bulb planting

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Sep 21, 2018

To get the best flowers from your bulbs, you need the best soil. A well-drained flower bed filled with the right nutrients is easier to get than you might think,...

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When is the best time to plant my flower bulbs?
Planting Tips

When is the best time to plant my flower bulbs?

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Sep 17, 2018

Spring bulbs should be planted in fall, but when in fall exactly? It all depends on the temperature of the soil and where you live. In this blog we will...

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DutchGrown Flower Bulb Collections: Less Hassle, More Joy
Planting Tips

DutchGrown Flower Bulb Collections: Less Hassle, More Joy

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Sep 13, 2018

Choosing individual flower bulb varieties to go together in your garden can be great fun, but sometimes choosing and deciding can get overwhelming. Why not let DutchGrown’s specially selected collections...

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Lasagna Planting: Layering Flower Bulbs for Constant Blooming
Garden Design

Lasagna Planting: Layering Flower Bulbs for Constant Blooming

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Sep 03, 2018

Stacking different varieties in one container for non-stop blooming? It’s possible with lasagna planting, which makes layered growing fun and easy with fabulous results.

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Gardening for a healthy body and mind
Bulb News

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
Bulb News

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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Frequently Asked Questions About Flower Bulbs (2)
Planting Tips

Frequently Asked Questions About Flower Bulbs (2)

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Aug 13, 2018

Flower bulbs are easy to plant and care for when you know which common pitfalls to avoid. In this blog I will answer a second selection of frequently asked questions,...

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Gardening as Mindfulness
Bulb News

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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Red, White and Blue: The All-American Garden
Garden Design

Red, White and Blue: The All-American Garden

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jul 17, 2018

Let the beautiful colors and crisp design of the American flag inspire you to plant a garden that’s as American as apple pie.

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Meet Ben, our Flower Bulb Specialist
Meet Ben, our Flower Bulb Specialist

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