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Our Heritage
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This is a brief history of a company which started 140 years ago as
flower bulb specialists and still maintains its remarkable reputation
for producing only the highest quality and top-sized bulbs available
anywhere in the world, a tradition firmly established by its founder,
Peter de Jager. |
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de Jager flower bulbs was originally established in 1868 by
Peter de Jager in the town of Heiloo,
Holland. His two sons took over the running in 1920 and expanded the
company. Dealt only with Holland,
exporting to the individual customers in the UK. |
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At the beginning of the Second World War (1939) the business
ceased but was re-established after the war (1945) being based in London. Orders still packed in Holland
but overseen by the Manager, Vernon Clements. |
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1962 Mr Clements retired, the grandson of Peter de Jager (Mr
Dick de Jager) then took over running the business. |
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No longer viable to pack and ship bulbs direct to customers
from Holland so premises were found
in Marden, Kent. This resulted in the bulbs being shipped in bulk from Holland,
distributed to our customers more quickly and efficiently. |
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Thelma de Jager retires in May 2008 and loyal customers George and Rose Clowes purchase de Jager and ensures the company has a growing future. |
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In June 2008 we launched the new de Jager website and praised for its design and product images.
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At the beginning of 2009 we introduced a new design of catalogue which was well received. George Clowes also made the first of many appearances on QVC promoting a range of products with the message 'bigger bulbs are better'.
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As business continues to expand, this summer we will be being moving to new large premises at Church Farm, Ulcombe. Kent. ME17 1DN.
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Over the years we have won several Gold medals at The
Chelsea Flower Show and continue to supply only top quality and top size bulbs. |
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We continue to supply only top quality and top size bulbs
to all our customers, whether their orders are for a stately home or just a
window box. The same grade bulbs will be
sent. So when you next visit a garden
open to the public and are admiring all the glorious colours, just remember that
with a little time and effort you too could create the same, although probably
on a smaller scale but it will still give you that satisfaction when you sit
and admire all your hard work.
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