As the spring approaches, tulips start to blossom in greenhouses. The earliest varieties flower in January. There is a slight increase in demand for tulips on Valentine's Day in February, but traditionally most tulips are bought on March 8 (Women's Day), Latvian Radio reported on February 10.
In a greenhouse where orange and pink tulips have already started to bloom, Latvian Radio is greeted by the songs of a rooster. To make it warmer, the large greenhouse also has a corner for a flock of chickens, says owner Antons Ruņģevics. Hydrangea pots are overwintering, and gerberas are waiting to flower in the greenhouse next door. Antons has been growing flowers for several decades and continues to grow tulips.
"I used to grow tulip bulbs myself - plant in autumn, dig in summer, dry. Now, like everyone else, I order what I need, from the Netherlands and Poland," says Antons.
This year, around ten thousand tulip bulbs have been planted, about fifteen varieties. The most sought-after ones are yet to flower.
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