Picking seasonal flowers in the Netherlands is a relaxed way to spend an afternoon—whether alone or with loved ones. The fields burst with color, and the act of choosing each stem feels like crafting your own bouquet. Snip dahlias, sunflowers, or lavender, and let the fresh scent and vibrant hues lift your mood.
Back home, arrange them in a mason jar for a rustic touch, or float petals in a shallow bowl as a centerpiece. Try drying lavender to make sachets or adding rose petals to bathwater for a fragrant soak.
If you’ve picked herbs like mint or chamomile:
- Steep a handful in hot water for herbal tea (add honey if you like it sweet).
- Mix muddled mint with lime, sugar, and soda for a refreshing mojito.
For edible flowers like nasturtiums:
- Toss them into salads for a peppery kick.
- Freeze pansies in ice cubes to fancy up drinks.
No two visits are the same—the blooms change, and so do the ways to enjoy them.