Shhh! Don’t say it. You know, the F word! No, not that F word, the gardening F word: FROST! There aren’t many other words that a gardener hears that invoke such panic. In the spring, when the F word is mentioned, you may see neighbors frantically covering their tender annuals with sheets. During the fall gardening season, frost takes on…Read More
Whether you are looking for the most beautiful red tulip. The fanciest red tulip. The most reliable red tulip or the most unique red tulip, we are here to help! Red tulips are a classic spring favorite. They are integral to fall flower bulbs, so much so that a red tulip is part of the Holland Bulb Farms logo. Beyond…Read More
Their bold, eye-catching blooms will command your attention in late spring. Try to look away. You can’t. The large, ruffled, bold blooms dominate the gardenscape. What are they? Oriental Poppies. These hardy spring perennials demand attention with papery petals, textured leaves, and vibrant colors. They also demand attention to how, when, and where they are planted. Therefore, if planting Oriental…Read More
I like the idea of canning veggies from my garden. However, I have never canned any fruits or vegetables. I admit I am a bit intimidated by the process. But, the abundance of tomatoes in my garden may say otherwise, and force me to learn how to can them for sauces, and salsa. I have family and friends who can…Read More
Believe it or not, August has arrived. And as true as it is several weeks of summer remain. However, some gardener’s thoughts have started turning in more of a fall direction. I could hardly believe it when I realized Holland Bulb Farms would be getting their bearded iris inventory within the next week. Being the first of the fall bulbs…Read More
Flower bulbs are like Jello, there is always room for more! Yes, you can always find places to tuck away a new grouping of spring-blooming tulips or daffodils. It’s part of the fun of gardening; experimenting with new flowers. You never know when you will plant your new favorite! A few years ago I discovered my favorite tulip is El…Read More
Step into the wonderful and whimsical world of allium bulbs. But, don’t let the alliums bloom alone! They need companions to put on the best show in the garden. Shrubs and perennials work as companion plants for allium bulbs. However, some of the best companion plants for allium bulbs are other fall-planted bulbs and perennials. They can all be tucked…Read More
Gardening has no rules. Experimenting and learning through trial and error is common practice among garden enthusiasts. But gardening does have guidelines and suggestions for what will produce the best result. When transplanting spring bulbs follow these guidelines below to learn when the best time to transplant spring blooming bulbs is. Transplanting Spring Blooming Bulbs Reasons to Transplant Spring Blooming…Read More
I took a recent 3-month leave from work to visit all the botanical gardens in a 1000-mile radius. Ha! Only in my dreams. On a serious note, I did take 3 months off for maternity leave to spend time with my newborn baby boy. During my time away from work I took a stroll through my local botanical garden. We…Read More
Storing bulbs over winter, can it be done? The short answer is yes, you can store bulbs over winter! The long answer is it depends on what kind of bulbs you would like to store over winter and for what reason. We’ll get into additional details on why you would store bulbs over winter. Which bulbs are best to store…Read More
If you need any help with gardening or if you have plant-related questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Jenny San Filippo. She can provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed with your next project!
If you’re looking to run a fundraiser in the fall, spring or during the holiday season, Flower Power Fundraising is an excellent option! Sell a wide assortment of bulbs and earn 50% profit on all of your sales! It’s fun and easy!