On King’s Day, we celebrate not only our King’s birthday, but also the ties that bind our country to its royal family. One of these special bonds is that between Sneeboer and our beloved royal family. With a history dating back 111 years, Sneeboer has not only established itself as a manufacturer of high-quality stainless steel garden tools, but was also awarded the honourable title of Purveyor to the Royal Household in 2013. Since then, we have been proud to call ourselves ‘Royal Sneeboer’, a title that underlines our deep-rooted connection with the royal family.
Royal Sneeboer
Our appointment as a purveyor to the royal household is a recognition of our commitment to craftsmanship and quality. This recognition is not only a milestone for our company, but also a sign of appreciation for our team’s many years of dedication. It enables us to produce our garden tools with even greater pride, knowing that they are valued by our royal family.
Gardening within the royal family
What makes this connection even more special is the shared enthusiasm for gardening within the royal family. It is well known that our royal family loves to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in in the garden. One memorable moment was when Prince Willem-Alexander, now our King, visited Keukenhof in 2003 and planted some bulbs there using a Sneeboer trowel. This special occasion took place to mark the launch of a new variety of bulb, named after the Prince. It illustrates the personal connection the King has with our company and our products.
The British royal family are fans too
But it is not only in the Netherlands that the love of gardening is shared with our royal family. For more than 20 years, it has been a tradition for members of the British royal family to open the Chelsea Flower Show. This annual event not only attracts gardening enthusiasts from all over the world, but also brings together the royal families of the Netherlands and the United Kingdom in their shared passion for greenery and floral splendour.
The bond between Sneeboer and the Royal Family goes beyond mere business relations. It reflects a shared appreciation of tradition, craftsmanship and the beauty of nature. As Koninklijke Sneeboer, we are honoured to play a part in enriching this bond. It reminds us that, despite all the changes in the world around us, some connections are timeless.
On this King’s Day, we celebrate not only our King’s birthday, but also the rich traditions and special bonds that our country cherishes. Let us take pride in our Royal Sneeboer and the bond we share with our beloved royal family. Long live the King, and long live the gardening traditions that bring us together!