As a transplant from Holland it is all too easy to identify with the ubiquitous Tulips in Spring as they are such a common symbol of the old country. But even at the risk of being cliche, this beautiful cut flower is worth knowing about because it comes with its own interesting history. Originally from…

Continue reading ➞ 36 bushels of wheat 72 of rice 4 oxen 12 sheep 8 pigs 2 barrels of wine 4 barrels of beer 2 tons of butter 1000 pounds of cheese a bed a suit of clothes and a silver cup for a single glorious Tulip