Planting Plan

The right plants for Dutch clay soil

Not sure what grows well here? The Haarlemmermeer polder sits on heavy sea clay — fertile but unforgiving for the wrong plants. We create a planting plan matched to your soil, light and maintenance appetite for €150 to €400, including a soil inspection at your home. Planting service available.
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Clay-proof Plants

Hardy species that thrive on local clay: hydrangea, geranium, ornamental grasses, viburnum and more.

Year-round Colour

A mix of early and late bloomers plus evergreen structure, so the garden looks good in every season.

Soil Improvement

We prepare the clay with compost so new plants establish quickly and thrive.

Expertise & SEO

Why choose our gardeners?

Want a border that survives the Dutch climate? Our planting plans use proven performers for polder clay soil. We deliver, plant and guarantee healthy establishment — or provide the plan for you to plant yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which plants grow well in Dutch clay soil?

Proven performers on the sea clay of this region include hydrangea, hardy geranium, hosta, daylily, iris sibirica, ornamental grasses (miscanthus, calamagrostis), and shrubs such as viburnum, cornus, spiraea and weigela. Fruit trees like apple and pear also do very well on clay.

When is the best time to plant in the Netherlands?

Autumn (October–November) is ideal: the soil is still warm, rain is plentiful and roots establish all winter, giving plants a head start in spring. Early spring (March–April) is the second-best window. Avoid planting in frozen or bone-dry soil.

Do you also do the planting?

Yes. We can deliver the plants, improve the soil and plant everything at the right depth and spacing. You can also take just the plan and plant it yourself — both options are fine.

Learn more in our knowledge base

Practical guides with prices, Dutch regulations and step-by-step plans, written by our gardeners.

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Ready to get your planting plan sorted?

We are happy to visit you for honest advice and a clear price. No hassle — just a well-kept garden, with everything explained in English.

Fast Response

We always respond within 24 hours, so you quickly know where you stand.

Professional Results

We work neatly and always leave your garden tidy. A deal is a deal.

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