The DutchGrown Blog

Monarda is a classic, cottage garden favorite that is adored by gardeners not only for its fantastic colors, but its evocative fragrance. Not only is is beloved by gardeners- planting...

Create a summer garden that is bright and luscious with Astrantia! Astrantia are one of the most stand-out flowers of all summer species and are excellent for cutting. They are...

Aquilegia, also known as Columbine or Grannys Bonnet, are cottage garden favorites! They are easy to grow perennials and are nectar-rich, making them attractive to bumblebees. It blooms in a...

The joys of growing Ranunculus don't only consist of their reliable performance and attractive blooms, this cut-flower has an unbelievably long vase life too! Producing multiple blooms per plant, your garden...

Astilbe is a perennial plant that grows well in partial shade, and is great for adding color to shaded areas. It blooms flowers in various shades, from deep red to...

Offering understated beauty, near-effortless maintenance, and huge ecological benefits, the charming Swamp Milkweed is a must-grow perennial for wildflower enthusiasts, butterfly lovers, and novice gardeners alike!

Café au Lait, ‘Coffee with milk’ and was given its name due to its decorative, wide ribbon flowers with soft-apricot, creamy-white, pink and beige hues. Café au Lait has been...

Just by gazing at the vibrant colors and exotic shapes of dahlia blooms you get the impression these flowers are no friends of the cold weather. This is the exact...

The Tuberose is a lovely, floral-scented blossom that is regarded as one of the most fragrant flowers. Gorgeous blooms on stalks that grow up to 4 inches tall, there is...

The Coneflower ‘Green Twister’ is a flamboyant flower that demands attention! Its sweet scent and spectacular colors are irresistible to bees, butterflies, and songbirds, whilst its low-maintenance, high-impact personality will...

When planning a garden, there will be many decisions to be made. Where to plant? What to plant? How many flowers should I plant? There are many important factors to...

Hostas are shade-loving perennials that can transform any shaded garden into a greenscape that looks vibrant from spring to fall. Setting them apart from other perennials is the rich and...