Tag: Tulip bulbs as a famine food

Bushels of tulip bulbs

by Larry Hodgson October 20, 2021 3

Bulbs Garden History

The Year Tulips Saved the Dutch from Starvation

During the Second World War, tulips helped save the Dutch population from starvation. By Larry Hodgson Did you know thatContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson October 10, 2016 7

Garden History Gardening Laidback Gardener Tip of the Day

How Tulips Helped Save Holland from Starvation

Did you know that the tulip bulbs are edible, that is, if you prepare them properly? Well, the Dutch peopleContinue Reading