13 May 2025
Kwekerreportage: Waterplantenkwekerij R. Moerings

Who doesn’t know the aquatic plants from water plant nursery R. Moerings? But how exactly does growing aquatic plants work? I’m extremely curious. Dolf Verbakel lives next to the company and has been working with his hands in the water for over thirty years. On a sunny spring day, he shows what it takes to become the European market leader in aquatic plants. You

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2 March 2025
Aquilegia vulgaris

The columbine is not only beautiful to behold, but it also brings a touch of mystique and folklore to the garden, offering a welcoming space for pollinators in spring and early summer. Read on to discover more! The Name Aquilegia vulgaris The name Aquilegia has an interesting origin and comes from the Latin word aquila, meaning eagle. This refers to the shape

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3 February 2025
Kwekerreportage: Sonneveld Plants

The spring sun breaks through. The garden center is bustling, and with smiles on their faces, people are loading their favorite bedding plants into their shopping trolleys. This report is about the stunning bedding plants from Sonneveld Plants, but to be honest, I’m writing this on a crisp November day, and spring is still a long way off. Yet, the foundation

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12 December 2024
Gaultheria procumbens

Gaultheria procumbens is a highly decorative ground cover and a delightful plant to include in balcony planters. But above all, this plant is distinctly American. Curious to know why? Read on. The name Gaultheria procumbens Jean-François Gaultier (1708-1756) was a French physician and botanist who worked in Canada and studied the flora of North America.

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11 November 2024
Kwekerreportage: Geest Potplanten

When you visit Geest Potplanten Nursery, you’re immediately surrounded by a refreshing dose of greenery. You’ll walk through greenhouses filled with Strelitzias, Monsteras, and Arecas. My guide through this lush jungle is Patrick. He’s more than just a salesperson at the nursery; I’d actually call him an ambassador, given his passion.

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