stage traineeship internship wwoofing
Stage - Internship - Afstudeeronderzoek - Thesis Research
In our botanical nursery we test and produce many new, unknown plants with emphasis on bamboo, ornamental grasses, gingers and various kinds of bold leaf plants, Arums and shrubs. During the last couple of decades we have collected many intereseting plants and visitited natural habitats and collections around the globe. 
Internship
Thesis research topics
1- Biobased bamboofibers from temperate bamboos
There is an increasing demand for CO2-absorbing plants which produce long lasting bio-based organic resource materials for low-tec and hi-tec purposes. Bamboo is one of the most interesting plantgroups for this purpose regarding its strength, fast growth and ecological sustainability. Surprisingly, little research has been done into the production capacity, wood quality and cultivation methods of bamboo species that are suitable for the temperate northern European climate. Help us explore the knowledge and possibilities in this area and help build a sustainable future.
With the increase of wheather extremes with prolonged hot and dry periods alternated with extreme rainfall, flooding and waterlogged soils the search for adaptive plants is more important than ever. In recent years we have collected a unique series of bamboo species that have aeration channels in their roots that allow them to tolerate waterlogging. At the same time, dry periods can also be bridged. What are the application limits of these types? How does their aeration system function? How do they grow and what can these species contribute to a sustainable future with bamboo? Let's find out!
Bamboo has a lot of extra potential compared to other plant species due to its large leaf surface, fast growth and dense root structure. Let's map this out better so that we can make recommendations for sustainable management.
The nursery has a production area, plant sale store and showgardens. The nursery is located in the riverine area in the middle of The Netherlands. The district is called 'De Betuwe', it is an area with a high concentration of orchards (mainly apple and pear) along river 'De Linge' with a nice sceenery to explore by bike. We have easy connections to cities like Utrecht, 's-Hertogenbosch (15-30 min)
We have a private accommodation available at the nursery for foreign students. It is complete with hot shower, small kitchen, fridge, oven, furnuture, toilet, heating, coolfan, bike, WiFi etc. We also have an unheated caravan available with electricity during summer.
The nursery is situated 20 km south of Utrecht / 20 km north of 's Hertogenbosch and has a trainstation close by (10 min walking distance). Please send a motivation email with some personal information. Because of busy work at the nursery it might take some time for us to reply. Minimum period is 1 month or more.
We are also a host of wwoof.nl
Some reviews of our past guests:
Peter
Slovenia
Johan is a kind and considered host, and his knowledge and understanding of Bamboo and other plants is tremendous. His business partner Pieter, with whom I worked with the most, is also very knowledgeable and kind. Both together make a great team and I can recommend the nursery to anyone who wants to get practical and applicable knowledge of nursery work. Since I stayed during the spring period, I learned most about propagation and production of bamboo, ornamental grasses and gingers. I also ... read more
Chad
United Kingdom
I had such a fantastic time with Johan and the guys at Perk Groen in Beesd. Johan was an amazing host who was so kind and helpful to me doing all he could to help me begin my time in the Netherlands. I learned alot and was really happy I chose this as my first wwoofing place here in Holland. Johan is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic and so willing to share. I can't say enough good things about my time there. What a great experience it was I fell even more in love with Holland while I was t... read more
Karlo
Serbia
First, I planned to stay two months, to learn about horticulture, but after all, I spent almost 4 months! Very beautiful place for education about botanics, and also searching for inside harmony working with plants. For every my personal need, or wish to learn more, Johan was really obliging, and we will stay friends forewer. Also, Bamboo was for me a new discover, with so much different ways of use. It was also very good point for discovering the Netherlands by bicycle from inside. For someo... read more
James
New Zealand
I couldnt not have had a better first experience at wwoofing. Working and living at Perk Bamboo was a great environment with good facilities and friendly staff. I learnt so much about new plant species, nursery work and landscaping. And not to mention plenty of Dutch! Johan was a fantastic host who was friendly, approachable and very willing to teach me anything. His family were also very welcoming and friendly. Thankyou for everything!
Pol
Spain
Perk Bamboo Nursery is the perfect place to work as a woofer. Johan, his family, his friends and all the people around are very welcoming and friendly. The accommodation and the conditions of work and living are unbeatable! What I learned there about plants, more than a lot, change my perspective about the world of landscaping.
Jesse
Canada
It was my pleasure to work at Perk Bamboo Nursery. Johan has a great wealth of knowledge and if you are looking to learn he is a great teacher. Always busy with different projects this is a lively nursery. The accommodation was adequate and provides all the necessities in a comfortable guest house. Very close to public transport and the village has everything you'd need in a pinch. Thank you for the great experience!
Thomas
France
A beautiful nursery, if you are a Woofer who want to learn more about the nursery (Bamboos and exotics plants) and the landscaping you need to come here, PerkGroen will share his experience with pleasure.The accomodation is enought big to live, hot and clean.It was a real pleasure for me to work in this nursery with his worker and family.
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