Blog Post
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Behind the Blooms: Visiting Jozef Weyts, the Visionary Breeder of Jowey Dahlias
In August 2024, I had the privilege of joining our merchant team on several field visits in Belgium—just a short drive from our Breck’s Holland office. After wandering through a...
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How to Store Dahlia Tubers Over Winter
Nothing beats the dramatic colours and lush blooms of dahlias in summer. But once autumn frost arrives, the wrong winter care can mean you’ll lose those tubers — and the...
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How to Plant Tulips by Zone
When to Plant Tulips by USDA Hardiness Zones 3–9 At Breck’s, we’ve been helping gardeners grow spectacular tulips for generations. From bold Darwin Hybrids to elegant Triumph varieties, our Dutch-grown...
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Where is the best place to buy tulips?
Wondering Where the Best Place to Buy Tulip Bulbs Is? Trust the Experts at Breck’s.If you're asking yourself “where is the best place to buy tulip bulbs?”—look no further. Breck’s...
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Exploring the Splendour of Keukenhof Gardens
Nestled in the heart of the Netherlands, Keukenhof gardens is a veritable Eden that captivates the senses with its vibrant colours and fragrant blooms. One of the world's largest flower...
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How to Prepare Soil for Planting in Your Garden
Preparing the soil for your garden is a crucial step in ensuring a successful and bountiful growing season. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting, understanding how to prepare...
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How to Take Care of Tulips: Planting, Watering, and Growing Tips
Looking for the best way to take care of tulips? Whether you're planting new bulbs or wondering how to keep tulips coming back every spring, this guide covers everything you...
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Lilies: A Comprehensive Botanical Guide
Discover the vast and vibrant world of lilies, one of the most cherished and diverse flower groups among gardeners, landscapers and, of course, florists. This article will guide you through...
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Enhancing Your Daffodil Display: The Art of Companion Planting
In the intricate world of gardening, companion planting stands as a testament to the harmony achievable within a garden ecosystem. This method not only enhances yields but also contributes to...
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Spring Bulb Guide: Planting Spring Flowering Bulbs
To better determine when to plant spring bulbs, there are a few factors to consider that can help ensure a successful and beautiful bloom. First of all, it's important to...
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Guide to Growing Itoh Peonies
Welcome to the magnificent world of Itoh peonies! Also known as intersectional hybrid peonies, these striking, resilient perennials are the result of crossing herbaceous and tree peonies. Similar to bushy,...
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How to Plan a Flower Garden: Simple Tips and Tricks
While hobbyist gardening can take many forms, planting a lavish flower bed is one of the most fun and rewarding pastimes. Seeing your hard work culminate in a dreamy array...
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The Most Popular Gardening Trends Around the U.S.
During the widespread gardening craze of 2020, a bulk of Americans around the continental U.S. took up gardening as a hobby in some capacity-“-“whether they constructed raised beds in their...
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12 Best Flowers That Grow In Shade - Partial & Full Shade Flowers
What Are Shade Plants? Gardening in the shade doesn't have to be difficult. At Breck's we understand that choosing the right plants for your fully shaded or partially shaded garden...
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The Best U.S. Cities to Host a Garden Wedding
With the vaccine rollout in 2021, weddings (especially outdoor affairs) are back in full force. Per the experts at Brides.com, we are in the midst of a "wedding boom" where venues,...
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Best Mulch For Flower Beds
There are several types of commercially available mulch available for your flower beds. Mulch helps improve soil moisture, prevents plants from drying out too quickly, and reduces erosion and compaction...
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Garden Capitals Of the World Based on #Gardensofinstagram Trends
Instagram Garden Trends Many of us found ourselves spending more time lounging around the home this past year than ever before. In the midst of screen-induced eye strains, Netflix binge-watching,...
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Daylilies - How To Grow & Divide Daylilies
What Are Daylilies? Daylilies, or hemerocallis, are not true lilies. Instead of growing from a rhizomatous bulb, daylilies are perennials with a root system that branches out underground. Most daylilies...
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How to Grow Clematis - Planting & Care Tips for Clematis
Clematis is an easy vine to grow, and will reward just a little care with towers of prolific blooms. Not to mention, clematis is available in a wide range of...
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What Moms Really Want this Mother’s Day
Mother's Day is fast approaching and this year, we have more to be thankful for than ever. In 2020-21, moms went above and beyond their normal duties. Moms of school-age...
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Gardening with Hostas
Hostas are such a versatile piece of the American garden scene. They grow in nearly all locations, tolerate shade exceptionally well, and provide both lush foliage and elegant, stalked flowers....
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The Easiest and Hardest Plants to Grow
The Easiest & Most Challenging Plants to Grow, According to Non-Experts Intro For gardening enthusiasts, there's nothing more exhilarating than the first burst of a bright green sapling from the...
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Most Popular Season in Every U.S. State
Spring's floral wonderland is around the corner. As northern residents shovel their driveway in the winter, they're reminiscing on the days of summer. As Floridians crank up the A/C, they're...
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The Most Popular Botanical Gardens in the U.S.
The Most Popular U.S. Botanical Gardens, According to Online Interest At Breck's, we feel pretty euphoric when it comes to all things garden-related, and while we're committed to helping home...