“…And
then my heart with pleasure fills
And
dances with the daffodils.”
---William Wordsworth
Daffodils
mean springtime in Virginia. Varieties
such as “Early Sensation” begin to bloom in late February, but most daffodils
bloom in mid March and early April, depending on the weather. Growing
daffodils is easier than any other gardening I can think of. And, in most cases, the results will last
forever. Plant once and they will bloom
year after year. Even if you have never
tried gardening before, you can grow daffodils.
And unlike tulips, deer won’t eat them.
We are
fortunate to have a bulb supplier right here in Virginia. Brent and Becky’s is an internationally-known
bulb farm located in Glouster. If you
can’t make it to Holland to see the tulips and spring bulbs in bloom, a trip to
Brent and Becky’s store is the next best thing.
The garden shop is a delight, but you will be amazed as soon as you pull
into the parking lot and find yourself surrounded by thousands of colorful
blooms. The bulbs they offer in their
beautiful catalog are in full bloom all around you. Bring your camera. And plan to spend most of the day.
The Glouster Daffodil Festival is
April 1 and 2.
Here are a few photos taken at Brent and Becky's retail shop.
