The DutchGrown Blog

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

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...

Sedum, commonly known as Stonecrop, stands out as a versatile and robust genus of succulent plants, widely embraced in gardens throughout the UK for its resilience to drought and ease...

Filling your garden with begonias is like inviting a troupe of flamboyant dancers to perform all summer long. These shade-loving beauties, with their lush, deep green leaves and blooms that...

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...

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...

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, ranging...

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...

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...

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:...

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...

Toad lilies (Tricyrtis hirta) are captivating additions to any shaded garden. These extraordinary lilies showcase six-petaled flowers in shades ranging from white to light purple, reminiscent of the mesmerising purple-spotted...