Canada: Dutch growers cultivate hibiscus, foliage and bromeliads in Ontario
Colourful Gardens started out as a 2 acre greenhouse in Poeldijk, the Netherlands. After 5 years, they moved to a 3 acre greenhouse in Honselersdijk. In 1999, the van Kleefs moved to Simcoe, Ontario to start anew on a 1 acre greenhouse, growing hibiscus, ficus and monsterra. As of 2003, the van Kleefs also produce bromeliads.
Colourful Gardens started building at their current location in Simcoe in 1999. The first hoop greenhouse was followed by 25,000 sq.ft. gutter connect in 2000. The last add-on was completed in 2003. At Colourful Gardens Ltd., they now grow in 44,000 sq.ft. of double poly greenhouses.
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