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DutchGrown
The faces of DutchGrown are two brothers named Ben and Pete. Their family has a tale that they would like to share with you. Here DutchGrown have the chronicle of a family line that dates back more than 150 years. One that includes four generations, three centuries of history, two continents, and the odd sibling feud. The journey that began here has led them to become one of the most illustrious and long-standing flower bulb exporters in the Netherlands.
Pete and Ben are still in Europe, though they’re in separate nations now, four generations later. While Ben refined his enormous talents in the Netherlands, Pete spent fifteen years in the US building the company’s internet presence. DutchGrown focus on what they do best. Ben is known as the “people person” and an authority in flower bulbs. In addition to being an expert networker, he is always willing to lend a hand to customers and has great relationships with all of the Dutch growers.
Pete, the techie with over 20 years of experience in website development, is the brains behind DutchGrown. In spite of his reputation as a computer nerd, he manages to be remarkably affable and even gets out of his basement to meet with clients occasionally. Actually, he and Ben do a lot of travelling to the US, EU, and UK for flower bulb expos and shows, where they meet and greet clients, make friends for life, and generally have a great time.
In 1882, their great-grandfather sent the Rotteveels on the road to their fate, and DutchGrown adventure began then. After starting off in the Netherlands on the family farm, where he helped raise bulbs, he eventually moved to Germany and started selling them to other farmers. Their great-grandfather was an early Dutch flower bulb exporter to the United States; a year later, opportunity, desire, and adventure led him to board a boat and go to New York. Their grandpa and dad carried on the business of selling flower bulbs, passing down their knowledge and experience from generation to generation. They were very successful, and they never compromised on quality or the happiness of their customers.
Calla Lilies
Right here, you may peruse the most comprehensive collection of Calla Lily bulbs in the United Kingdom. Their company takes great satisfaction in providing an unrivalled selection of one-of-a-kind Calla Lily types, which are ideal for the gardener in the United Kingdom. DutchGrown Calla Lily bulbs are your ticket to a garden that is packed with beauty that is unparalleled, and they are perfect for planting in the spring garden.
Calla Lily Mixed
- Height: up to 40 cm
- Blooming Time: Mid summer until frost
- Beautiful Cut Flowers!
- Attracts Butterflies
Enhance your garden with the enchanting Calla Lily Mixed variety, reaching heights of up to 40 cm. These captivating blooms grace your outdoor space from mid-summer until frost, creating a continual spectacle of beauty. Known for their vibrant and lively flowers, the Calla Lily Mixed blend is a perfect choice for adding a burst of color to your flower beds and containers. Not only are these flowers visually stunning, but they also serve as exquisite cut flowers, allowing you to bring their elegance indoors. Additionally, the Calla Lily Mixed variety attracts butterflies, further enriching your garden with the charm of fluttering visitors.
Calla Lily Captain Odeon
- Height: up to 65cm
- Plant in Spring for Summer Blooms
- Wonderful Cut Flowers
Elevate your garden aesthetics with the exquisite Calla Lily Captain Odeon. Standing at a graceful height of up to 65cm, this variety is a visual delight with its captivating dark orange blooms and lush green foliage adorned with delicate white spots. Planting these beauties in spring will reward you with a summer display that is perfect for both indoor and outdoor settings. Calla Lily Captain Odeon is renowned for its prolific flower production, making it an excellent choice for enchanting floral arrangements. With its striking beauty and wonderful cut flowers, this variety adds a touch of exotic charm to gardens, planters, and even indoor spaces.
Calla Lily Picasso
- Height: 30 – 60 cm
- Prefers Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Plant in Spring for Summer Blooms
Enhance the allure of your garden with the captivating Calla Lily Picasso (Zantedeschia). This extraordinary variety stands at a height ranging from 30 to 60 cm, creating a stunning visual impact. Calla Lily Picasso prefers the enchanting embrace of full sun to partial shade, making it versatile for various garden settings. Planting this beauty in spring promises a summer adorned with its exceptional bicolor blooms. The unfolding process is a spectacle in itself, starting with a creamy flower that gradually reveals a mesmerizing heart of purple, adding an artistic touch to your garden landscape. Embrace the rarity and distinctive beauty of Calla Lily Picasso as it graces your outdoor space with its unique charm.
Calla Lily Captain Beretta
- DutchGrown is proud to introduce this variety in the UK!
- Height: up to 60 cm
- Prefers Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Plant in Spring for Summer Blooms
- Hardiness: Tender
- Sunlight: Full Sun or Partial shade
- Established spread: 20-30cm
Introducing a captivating addition to the UK garden scene, DutchGrown proudly presents the Calla Lily variety “Captain Beretta” for the first time. Standing tall at up to 60 cm, this variety prefers the gentle caress of full sun to partial shade, making it adaptable to various lighting conditions. Planting in spring ensures a spectacular display of summer blooms, adding an exotic and tropical ambiance to your outdoor spaces. With its nearly perfect black hue, Calla Lily Captain Beretta creates a striking focal point on entryways, porches, or patios, elevating the elegance of any setting. Bred by renowned Dutch bulb breeder Kapiteyn, this floral masterpiece is a hybrid of Zantedeschia rehmannii and Zantedeschia elliottiana species, boasting not only visual appeal but also ease of cultivation. Whether adorning your garden or enhancing floral arrangements, the Calla Lily Captain Beretta promises sophistication and charm in abundance.
Calla Lily Macau
- Height: up to 40 cm
- Foliage color: Green with black edges
- Blooming Time: Mid summer until frost
- Established spread: 20-30cm
- Life cycle: Short-lived perennial
- Plant spacing: 16 bulbs per m2
- Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Hardiness: Tender
- Beautiful Cut Flowers!
- Attracts Butterflies
Embrace the allure of the extraordinary with the Calla Lily Macau, a captivating addition to DutchGrown’s exclusive selection of Calla Lily bulbs. Reaching up to 40 cm in height, this short-lived perennial boasts lush green foliage with distinctive black edges, creating a visually stunning contrast. The deep-purple blooms, emerging mid-summer and lasting until frost, stand out as a testament to the plant’s exotic charm. With an established spread of 20-30 cm and a preference for full sun to partial shade, the Calla Lily Macau offers versatility in garden design. Planting at a spacing of 16 bulbs per square meter ensures a spectacular display and attracts butterflies to complete the enchanting scene. Whether showcased independently or paired with complementary varieties, such as the Calla Lily Crystal Clear, this relatively new cultivar introduced by DutchGrown in 2017 promises abundant flower production and enduring beauty in any garden setting.
Why Do We Choose DutchGrown?
Calla Lilies from DutchGrown are chosen for their exceptional quality and beauty. Grown in ideal conditions in the Netherlands, known for its horticultural expertise, these flowers boast vibrant colors, robust stems, and long-lasting blooms. Purchasing from DutchGrown ensures that gardeners and floral enthusiasts are getting some of the finest bulbs available, cultivated with care and years of breeding experience.