The DutchGrown Blog

Growing Guide: How to Grow Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis)
Lily of the Valley, also known as Convallaria majalis, is a perennial plant renowned for its slender stems adorned with delicate, bell-shaped white blooms. Emitting a sweet fragrance, these blooms...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Ranunculus
The joys of cultivating Ranunculus go beyond their reliable performance and attractive blooms – this cut-flower boasts an unbelievably long vase life! Producing multiple blooms per plant, your garden or...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Helleborus
Helleborus, commonly known as hellebores or Lenten roses, are a genus of perennial flowering plants belonging to the family Ranunculaceae. They are native to Europe and parts of Asia, and...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Gladiolus
Gladiolus, also known as Sword Lily, is a stunning perennial flower that blooms in the summer. The name is actually derived from the Latin word for sword, ‘gladius’. The many...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Nerine
Celebrate the arrival of autumn with a burst of vivid colours and stunning exotic flowers courtesy of Nerines. These late-season wonders are the perfect way to prolong the vibrant display...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Amarine
Learn how to grow Amarine and embrace the arrival of autumn with a burst of vibrant colours and exotic blooms. These late-season wonders are the perfect way to extend the...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Lilies
Lilium, a category of herbaceous flowering plants that sprout from bulbs, is known for its impressive and sizable blossoms. Lily plants exhibit a wide array of colours and varieties. Learn...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Tuberose (Polianthes)
Tuberose, scientifically known as Polianthes tuberosa, is a fragrant and ornamental flowering plant native to Mexico. It is highly prized for its exquisite and intoxicating fragrance, which is often used...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Calla Lilies
Calla lilies make a stunning addition to any environment. They exude elegance and have remarkable longevity. They come in a wide array of colours, catering to various tastes and themes:...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Bare-Root Perennials
Reliable, resilient, and returning every year, bare root perennials bring quintessential cottage-garden charm. Their increasing impact each season offers a rewarding gardening investment, ensuring joy for years to come. Learn...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Begonias
Begonias, a captivating genus of flowering houseplants, find their most common applications in flower beds, pots, and hanging baskets. They offer a kaleidoscope of shapes, colours, and sizes, casting their...
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Dahlias
No summer garden is complete without the stunning presence of dahlias. Originally hailing from Central America and Mexico, these bold and vibrant perennials are not only beautiful but also incredibly...
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