Craftsmanship
that continues to grow

in plants and expertise

Potted plants of the highest quality. Ideal for garden centers and wholesalers who appreciate craftsmanship and choose resilient plants without fuss.

Ready to impress:

What nature doesn't rush, we don't force either

Ficus

Lyrata

The number of plants per square meter is not important to us. We don’t care about quantity – our passion lies in mindful cultivation, with patience and attention to detail.

144

analyses per year to monitor and adjust the plant’s growth.

1.000.000

natural enemies deployed every week for pest control.

1

focus - the quality of our plants.

Our process

This is how we grow:
De Wilgenlei Standard

more than 30 years

Craftsmanship that
continues to grow:

Foundation

1978

Ed van der Knaap founds De Wilgenlei, naming the company after the street where it all began in Bleiswijk. The focus? The iconic Ficus Lyrata.

Energy optimization

1996

We use warm water for heating and implement full water recirculation in our cultivation process.

Natural enemies

2009

What nature doesn’t rush, we don’t force either – so we choose biological pest control.

New varieties

2010

Our exclusive HibisQs® genetics shine in the market for the first time.

Takeover second generation

2015

Utilizing Ed’s vast cultivation expertise, Robin van der Knaap takes the reins of the company, ensuring the continued growth of craftsmanship.

Footprint

2025

A footprint that provides insight into our CO₂ reduction, because true sustainability starts with products that have a longer lifespan.

Our Products

Carefully
selected

HibisQs®

Official supplier of the HibisQs

Dieffenbachia

Grown exclusively by De Wilgenlei

Ficus

Part of our product line for over 30 years