WebPro: Flower Bulbs

Don’t get blindsided when it comes to growing bulb crops. Although a trip to Holland’s Keukenhof Gardens might be inspirational, there’s no need to book an international flight. Check out these sites for bulb information.

* www.hort.cornell.edu/miller/bulb/index.html

Cornell professor Bill Miller manages this comprehensive site dedicated to bulbs, corms, tubers and other geophytic plants. The updates are geared toward commercial growers, forcers and retailers.

* www.vanveenbulbs.com/wholesale.shtml

This site is plastered with great photographs and easy reads such as “Sorry deer,” a list of deer-resistant plants. And check out the blog by company owner Yolanda Wilson.

* www.southernbulbs.com

As the name implies, this site highlights Southern-grown heirloom bulbs. The recently revamped site includes an all-access glimpse for users to experience the story of these bulbs and the history behind them. The site is primarily a portal for gardeners, but the company has a wholesale operation.

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