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Shipping Schedule

K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.

We take advanced orders, and as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.

We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules. The type of product you order or the weather may affect the anticipated shipping schedule. Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48 contiguous states. What zone am I in?

Spring 2024 Shipping Schedule

Bulbs and Bareroot
Zones	Shipping Dates	Last Order Date
3A-5A	4/29/24 - 5/31/24	5/27/24
5B	4/8/24 - 5/31/24	5/27/24
6A	3/25/24 - 5/31/24	5/27/24
6B	3/11/24 - 5/31/24	5/27/24
7A	2/26/24 - 5/31/24	5/27/24
7B-8A	2/19/24 - 5/10/24	5/6/24
8B-9A	2/12/24 - 5/10/24	5/6/24
9B-10B	2/5/24 - 5/10/24	5/6/24

Tropical Plants (Caladium & Elephant Ears)
Zones	Shipping Dates	Last Order Date
3A-5B	5/3/24 - 6/7/24	6/3/24
6A	4/29/24 - 6/7/24	6/3/24
6B-7A	4/22/24 - 6/7/24	6/3/24
7B-8A	4/08/24 - 5/31/24	5/27/24
8B-9A	4/1/24 - 5/31/24	5/27/24
9B-10B	3/25/24 - 5/31/24	5/27/24

Fall 2024 Shipping Schedule

Bulbs and Bareroots
Zones	First Ship Date	Last Order Date
3A - 6B	9/2/24 - 12/6/24	12/2/24
7A - 10B	9/23/24 - 12/6/24	12/2/24

German Iris
Zones	First Ship Date	Last Order Date
3A - 6B	8/5/24 - 10/25/24	10/21/24
7A - 10B	8/19/24 - 11/8/24	11/4/24

Amaryllis and Paperwhites
Zones	First Ship Date	Last Order Date
3A - 10B	09/30/24 - 12/20/24	12/16/24

Hibiscus
Zones	First Ship Date	Last Order Date
3A - 6B	10/7/24 - 11/8/24	11/4/24
7A - 10B	10/7/24 - 11/22/24	11/18/24

Shipping Notes:

In all cases, we choose the fastest, most efficient way to send your orders via USPS or FedEx.

Orders for gift certificates will be shipped immediately.

Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship any plant items from late June through August. General merchandise will be shipped with your plant order.

Upon placing your order, you will receive an email confirmation with the details of your order and a shipping estimate. You will also receive an email notification when your order actually ships with an updated arrival estimate. If you have ordered multiple items, you may receive them in more than one shipment. We will send you a separate email confirming each shipment. Large orders may be shipped in more than one package. Your order confirmation will have an estimated shipping time.

You may check your order status at any time on this website using your email or account number provided on your order confirmation.

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Q: How to plant Dutch Iris bulbs?

Plant Dutch Iris bulbs in the fall 4 inches deep and 3-6 inches apart. For greater impact, plant several bulbs in a single area.

The Dutch Iris (Iris hollandica) is a popular choice for gardeners looking to plant in the late spring. K. van Bourgondien is the best place to buy Dutch Iris bulbs, offering a wide variety of unique options. All our Dutch Iris bulbs are available at low prices to keep your garden looking beautiful without breaking the bank. Shop our selection of Dutch Irises today!

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With their uniquely delicate style and striking color palettes, Dutch Iris are among the most popular late-spring perennial plants in the garden. Flower lovers adore the lovely upright form and charming dropped falls, and garden pros love the range of colors available and carefree growth habits exhibited by these gorgeous cultivars. Perfect for sun-filled borders or beds, Dutch Iris are sure to win over your customers for years to come as these naturalizing flowers reliably return annually.

Planting Dutch Iris Bulbs

Dutch Irises grow 24" tall, bloom May - June, and are hardy in zones 4-9.

When to plant Dutch Iris—Typically, Dutch iris bulbs are planted in the fall. However, you can also plant them in the spring.

Where to plant Dutch Iris bulbs—Like other flower bulbs, Dutch iris prefer to be planted in well-drained average soil in a sunny to shaded location. Dutch Irises bloom better when planted in full sun.

How to plant Dutch Iris bulbs—Plant Dutch Iris bulbs in the fall 4" deep and 3-6" apart. For greater impact, plant several bulbs in a single area.

How to care for Dutch Iris—They do best when allowed to form thick clumps over 3-5 years. After that, flowering will diminish, and you'll want to divide your Dutch iris bulbs.

When to transplant Dutch Iris—You can transplant the bulbs while they are dormant, which is typically in the fall.

How to divide Dutch Iris—In the fall, once the foliage has died back, and the bulbs are considered dormant, dig up the Dutch iris bulbs. Inspect the bulbs, separate the viable bulbs and replant them in a new location. Discard any damaged bulbs.

What to do with Dutch Iris after they bloom—After Dutch irises bloom, allow the foliage to die back naturally. This allows the bulb to get the nutrients from the foliage to bloom again the following year.

For more information on planting and growing Dutch Iris bulbs, check out our in-depth guide to Irises: How To Plant, Grow and Care For Irises

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