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When you think of the Netherlands, it is easy to picture never-ending fields of brightly coloured flowers. Many of the country’s most famous artists have portrayed the flower fields of the Netherlands in their work, and these fields are just as spectacular when they are seen in real life. However, these flower fields are more than just aesthetically beautiful: they are also economically important to the country. A significant proportion of the country’s agricultural exports are derived from the sale of freshly cut flowers, bulbs and mature plants, and the Netherlands contributions to the flower industry are so significant that they make up around two-thirds of the world’s total flora sales and completely dominate the European marketplace. Thanks to highly efficient supply chains, it is actually possible to buy flowers in New York which were freshly cut in the Netherlands that morning!
In the Netherlands, flower bulbs are grown on 22,000 ha. These bulbs are produced in different regions. North Holland is by far the most important production area, with the Northern Sand Area and West Friesland. South Holland with its bulb region has been an important place for flower bulbs - especially hyacinths - for centuries, while Flevoland is a fast-growing production area. The weather conditions have an important influence on the production result and therefore also on the number of bulbs that come on the market every year. Rough estimates have shown that approximately 8.5 billion flower bulbs are produced in the Netherlands, with tulips, lily, hyacinth, daffodil, gladiolus, dahlia and crocus as leaders.
As a result of the Coronavirus outbreak, trading companies expect
in the flower bulb sector up to 160 million euros in damage.
In the Netherlands, flower bulbs are grown on 22,000 ha. These bulbs are produced in different regions. North Holland is by far the most important production area, with the Northern Sand Area and West Friesland. South Holland with its bulb region has been an important place for flower bulbs - especially hyacinths - for centuries, while Flevoland is a fast-growing production area. The weather conditions have an important influence on the production result and therefore also on the number of bulbs that come on the market every year. Rough estimates have shown that approximately 8.5 billion flower bulbs are produced in the Netherlands, with tulips, lily, hyacinth, daffodil, gladiolus, dahlia and crocus as leaders.
As a result of the Coronavirus outbreak, trading companies expect
in the flower bulb sector up to 160 million euros in damage.
When you think of the Netherlands, it is easy to picture never-ending fields of brightly coloured flowers. Many of the country’s most famous artists have portrayed the flower fields of the Netherlands in their work, and these fields are just as spectacular when they are seen in real life. However, these flower fields are more than just aesthetically beautiful: they are also economically important to the country. A significant proportion of the country’s agricultural exports are derived from the sale of freshly cut flowers, bulbs and mature plants, and the Netherlands contributions to the flower industry are so significant that they make up around two-thirds of the world’s total flora sales and completely dominate the European marketplace. Thanks to highly efficient supply chains, it is actually possible to buy flowers in New York which were freshly cut in the Netherlands that morning!
Dutch bulb fields are uniquely remarkable for their vibrant and diverse tapestry of colors, with endless rows of tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths creating breathtaking landscapes that showcase the beauty of nature's palette. The striking lines and patterns formed by these blossoming fields make them an iconic symbol of the Netherlands' rich horticultural heritage
Seen in the tulip fields around Hillegom. This yellow tulip was sticking his head out among all other red tulips.
The bollengebied, or bulb region, in the Netherlands is renowned for its vibrant fields of tulips, daffodils, and other spring-flowering bulbs. Every spring, this area bursts into a colorful tapestry of flowers, attracting visitors from around the world to witness the stunning floral displays.
The smell of hyacinths can be quite overpowering, so this is the effect these beauties had on me ;-)
Location: Leidsevaart, N444, Voorhout, South Holland, The Netherlands
When you think of the Netherlands, it is easy to picture never-ending fields of brightly coloured flowers. Many of the country’s most famous artists have portrayed the flower fields of the Netherlands in their work, and these fields are just as spectacular when they are seen in real life. However, these flower fields are more than just aesthetically beautiful: they are also economically important to the country. A significant proportion of the country’s agricultural exports are derived from the sale of freshly cut flowers, bulbs and mature plants, and the Netherlands contributions to the flower industry are so significant that they make up around two-thirds of the world’s total flora sales and completely dominate the European marketplace. Thanks to highly efficient supply chains, it is actually possible to buy flowers in New York which were freshly cut in the Netherlands that morning!
Hyacinth fields are spectacular due to their vibrant and fragrant sea of colorful blooms, creating a sensory delight for all who behold them
Hyacinth fields are spectacular due to their vibrant and fragrant sea of colorful blooms, creating a sensory delight for all who behold them.
Canon PowerShot S95 - f/4 - 1/500sec - 7 mm - ISO 100
photo shot by my son
- Yes, that's me, the one and only HansHolt ;-)
Here I'm mastering the balance beam high above a wild river
-still smiling!- while I'm pointing to the tulipfields at the horizon in the Noordoostpolder (The Netherlands).
- Ja, dat ben ik, de enige echte HansHolt ;-)
Hier trotseer ik de evenwichtsbalk hoog boven een wild kolkende rivier -en toch blijven lachen!- terwijl ik wijs naar de bollenvelden aan de horizon in de Noordoostpolder.