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Growing Guides: How to grow Eranthis
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Growing Guides: How to grow Eranthis

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Mar 18, 2021

A member of the buttercup family, Eranthis has vibrant yellow flowers, nestled into a rich collar of green leaves. This low-maintenance award-winning beauty is a great choice for ground cover,...

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Growing Guides: How to grow Dutch Iris Bulbs
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Growing Guides: How to grow Dutch Iris Bulbs

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Mar 18, 2021

Despite their name, Dutch Iris flowers have never grown wild in Holland. These beautiful orchid-like flowers are in fact the results of clever hybridisation by Dutch growers of iris species...

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Growing Guides: How to grow Chionodoxa
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Growing Guides: How to grow Chionodoxa

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Mar 18, 2021

Chionodoxa, also known as Glory of the Snow, are one of the earliest Spring bulbs to bloom. These fantastic little gems are very versatile and all-round top performers.

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Growing Guides: How to Grow Hyacinthoides (Spanish Bluebell)
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Growing Guides: How to Grow Hyacinthoides (Spanish Bluebell)

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Mar 18, 2021

Hyacinthoides, also known as Spanish Bluebells, are exceedingly pretty flowers that are characterised by their clusters of delicate bell-shaped flowers.

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Growing Guides: How to Grow Ixia bulbs
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Growing Guides: How to Grow Ixia bulbs

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Mar 18, 2021

Ixia flowers are another underrated flower that should be a more familiar sight in gardens across the country. Brightly coloured, low maintenance and easy to naturalise.

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Growing Guides: How to grow Dichelostemma (Firecracker Flower)
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Growing Guides: How to grow Dichelostemma (Firecracker Flower)

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Mar 18, 2021

Dichelostemma (Firecracker Flower) is a striking flower that makes a perfect addition to mixed herbaceous borders with its tall, exotic-looking blooms.

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Growing Guides: How to grow Camassia (Indian Hyacinths)
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Growing Guides: How to grow Camassia (Indian Hyacinths)

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Mar 18, 2021

Camassia, also known as Indian Hyacinth, is a beautiful and hardy bloom, prized for its long-lasting vivid blue flowers. This late-Spring / early-Summer beauty is one of the easiest bulbs...

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Can You Plant Bulbs In Winter?
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Can You Plant Bulbs In Winter?

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Sep 22, 2020

While fall is the ideal time to plant spring flower bulbs, there’s no reason to worry if you’ve gotten behind with your gardening schedule. There’s still time to plant some tulips, narcissi,...

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Tulip Renown Unique | DutchGrown™
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Tulip Renown Unique | DutchGrown™

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Sep 22, 2020

Tulip Renown Unique   Tulip Renown Unique – A luscious late bloomer If you’re looking for opulence and luxury, Tulip Renown Unique is your tulip. Yes, you’ll have to wait...

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