I'm interested in ordering some spring flowering bulbs, and I've previously bought from Bulbi. Now, I'm looking to get a few more, preferably at a lower price, possibly ordering directly from the Netherlands to avoid extra fees. Any recommendations on where to buy from or places I should steer clear of?
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I've had good luck with Parker's, especially when their sales are on — they even have "no P&P" events! I've also tried Farmer Gracy; they have nice packaging, but the prices are higher for similar quality. Also, don’t forget about supermarkets! They often have good deals on bulbs, especially towards the end of the season. Just keep in mind, some tulips are okay to plant late!
Don't forget about the discounters like Aldi and Lidl — they start selling bulbs in September, and often have great deals. Also, check out Peter Nyssen for more options. If you can wait for Black Friday or December, many places offer half-price sales on bulbs! Just be cautious, as I've noticed tulip bulbs don't always match the label — had a few surprises there!
I usually get my bulbs from Thompson and Morgan. I've had a couple of issues here and there, but they fix them really quickly. They might not be the cheapest for bulbs, but mine generally do well each year!
I had the same experience! Bought 50 bulbs from Lidl, and only a few bloomed the first year. Super disappointing.