No. 178: Potatoes, bulbs and beautiful varieties to look forward to!

There are some crops that bring joy every year, and potatoes are definitely among them. Few things are as delicious as a fresh harvest that later turns into mash, roasted potatoes, chips, or a steaming gratin. Currently, there are still 57 varieties available, so there's plenty to choose from.

Whether you prefer an early harvest, want to store them for a long time, or like to try something different from the well-known varieties, there's always a variety that suits your garden and kitchen. It's precisely this variety that makes potatoes so much fun. One variety excels in taste, another in yield, shape, or cooking properties.

A garden doesn't have to wait for summer to begin; it starts now. With summer-flowering bulbs, you lay the foundation for months full of color, height, movement, and scent. The beauty of it is that what will soon look so naturally cheerful actually begins with choosing and planting at the right time.

Our assortment still has many different bulbs available. Combine colors and flowering times and assemble that summer garden now, where you'll later sit in the middle of it with a cup of coffee, some sun on your face, and flowers all around you.

Anyone who hears the name expects something big, and rightly so. Elephant garlic produces impressive bulbs with large cloves, making it a striking sight based on appearance alone. But the real surprise lies in its taste: milder than regular garlic, friendlier, yet still full of character. This makes this variety interesting for both the home gardener and the cooking enthusiast.

An old and popular Dutch variety, suitable for fresh consumption and canning. The seeds retain their fresh, light green color when cooked. The taste is mild and accessible. An extra treat, young broad beans can be harvested like green beans, and very young beans are even delicious raw in a salad.

A classic and strong variety that has been loved by allotment gardeners for years. 'Aguadulce' produces long pods with large beans and is known for its reliable yield. This broad bean is also suitable for early cultivation, so you can look forward to the first harvest early in the season. Delicious in warm dishes, but also very tasty in fresh spring meals.

A productive and reliable variety with long, straight pods that remain beautifully tender. 'Helda' is loved for its abundant harvest and vigorous growth, ensuring a long season of enjoyment in the vegetable garden. The beans are flavourful, soft in texture, and versatile in the kitchen. An excellent choice for those who appreciate a classic runner bean with good yield.

A wonderfully fresh mint variety with a surprising hint of lime in its aroma. As soon as you touch the leaves, the scent envelops you. Perfect for tea, summer drinks, or as a fragrant addition to desserts and fruit salads. A refreshing plant that is not only delicious but also brings much joy in a pot or garden.

We have many different varieties of mint available again. Wonderful for tea, desserts, or simply to rub between your fingers and enjoy the scent.

Prunus dulcis 'Robijn' blooms beautifully pink in spring and produces fruits that often taste even better than those of the common Prunus dulcis. This almond is self-pollinating and also aids in the pollination of peaches. However, it requires a sheltered spot in full sun to grow well and bear abundant fruit.

This extraordinary Asian climbing plant produces delicious, juicy and sweet fruits. They are oval, slightly bumpy, about 5 cm long, and range in colour from pink-red to purple-blue. Their appearance makes them somewhat resemble small potatoes, hence the name. In Japan, this fruit is very popular as a dessert fruit. Not only the fruits, but also the roots and stems are traditionally valued.