David Burdick
Grower of
Daffodil Flowers and Bulbs
& More
Offering
Undiscovered Varieties Belonging in All Gardens
Who We Are
Daffodils
David Burdick grows daffodils in Dalton, Massachusetts. Most all the daffodils we grow were initially introduced as exhibition flowers, and if you’re open to enjoying the camaraderie and competition of a daffodil show, all will still win ribbons. Yet our primary focus continues to be garden performance in the rugged New England climate; the mission of getting good bulbs of good varieties into gardeners’ hands remains steadfast.
Speaking/Teaching
David Burdick's twenty some years of working in the horticultural industry has included extended stints at both wholesale growing and retail nursery operations, with a nine year run wedged in between as an educator and horticulturist at the Berkshire Botanical Garden in Stockbridge, MA. Obsessive Collecting Tendency Syndrome has plagued him for all of that time, including long bouts with Sedum, Trollius, and the Bromeliaceae. These now seem to be in somewhat manageable states of remission. At this time though, no cure has been found or is even in sight for the current mutant strain that produces the "yellow fever" associated with the genus Narcissus.
David continues to be an active teacher and lecturer on a wide range of horticultural subjects. Contact us for details and available dates.
Recent published articles include:
“Daffodil Spruce Up” June/July 2007 issue Horticulture Magazine
Answers “why have my bulbs stopped flowering?”
“Sunny Delights” Horticulture Magazine April 2008
Describing the best daffodils entering the market.
“Tips for Visiting a Daffodil Show” online at hortmag.com
“Bromeliads Both Ways” Horticulture Magazine December 2008
Ways of using Bromeliads as houseplants and in the landscape in temperate
climates.
Contact us for details and available speaking dates.
Visiting Us
We welcome visitors, but please call in advance to avoid disappointment. Regrettably, the daffodil fields are not readily accessible by car, nor easily seen from the parking areas. A 10-15 minute walk through the gorgeous scenery at Holiday Farm is required. There is some mildly hilly terrain involved.
Those with real physical limitations who wish to get to the fields should call or e-mail in advance to make arrangements. Please note that toilet facilities consist of just one port-a-john located near the office. There is shade but no cover in the field.