Zuid-Holland farms

Boerderij Landzicht is a 100% certified organic family farm located in Strijen, in the Hoeksche Waard region. The farm has been operating since 1988 and focuses on sustainable agriculture, cultivating a wide variety of crops in a landscape enriched by pollard willow hedges, hedgerows, and high-stem fruit orchards. The farm supplies fresh produce year-round to businesses, including wholesalers, natural food shops, restaurants, and greengrocers. The farm grows a diverse selection of vegetables, fruit, potatoes, herbs, flowers, and spelt. Spelt grown on the farm is used to make spelt pasta and bread. The produce offered is seasonal and sourced both from the farm’s own fields and from fellow organic farms. The farm operates as a B2B supplier, delivering two to four times per week throughout the Randstad region and surrounding areas.

Bloemenliefde is a flower farm and garden located at Hazersweg 56 in Ouddorp, Netherlands. It operates as both a flower shop and a nursery, offering a unique self-picking experience in its own expansive cutting garden. Visitors can walk through the garden and cut their own flowers to create a personal bouquet, experiencing the tranquility and freedom of picking directly from the field. Produce Available for Self-Picking: A wide variety of seasonal flowers, changing throughout the season. Season & Hours: The self-picking garden is open from June until the end of October, depending on weather conditions. The garden and shop are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The farm is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Pluktuin Schipluiden is a community-oriented, biodiverse garden located on the edge of Schipluiden. Spanning approximately 3,500 square meters, the garden is a place where visitors can explore, learn, and harvest. The space is designed as a living ecosystem, featuring an extensive variety of fruit trees, berry bushes, vegetable beds, herb gardens, and flower patches. Managed by a foundation and cared for by a dedicated team of volunteers, the garden operates on organic and circular principles, using compost, sheep’s wool, and natural pest control methods like encouraging beneficial insects.

Weidetuin is a community-supported ecological park and self-harvest garden located in Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel, in the Green Zoom region of the Randstad. Operating on a biological (organic) and sustainable model, the garden cultivates over 60 varieties of vegetables, herbs, and flowers on a 1.6-hectare plot. The farm functions as a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) project, where members, referred to as “oogstgenoten” (harvest companions), pay a seasonal fee to participate and harvest produce for their own use. The initiative emphasizes biodiversity, community building, and green recreation, with plans for a food forest, an apiary, livestock, and educational programs for schools and adults.

De Groentemeester is a self-pick farm and community-supported agriculture (CSA) project located on the site of a former ice rink in Maassluis, Netherlands. The farm spans approximately half a hectare and focuses on sustainable, local food production without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. It is suitable for children and offers free on-site parking. As a self-pick farm, the farm offers two main activities. For a seasonal subscription (an “oogstaandeel” for €440 per year for 1-2 people), members can pick their own vegetables from roughly mid-May until late November. The farm cultivates around 90 to 100 different vegetables and herbs during that period, including crops such as beetroot, carrots, parsnips, onions, leeks, lettuce, chard, radishes, zucchini, cucumbers, pumpkin, broccoli, several types of cabbage, tomatoes, peppers, and potatoes. Members receive a weekly harvest email detailing what is available. On top of the vegetable subscriptions, the farm also operates a flower-picking garden, open to the general public from about the end of May until mid-October. A range of seasonal, spray-free flowers such as sunflowers, dahlias, cosmos, and zinnias are available.

Voedselbos Benthuizen is a 1.2-hectare organic farm and food forest located on the edge of the village of Benthuizen. This former pasture has been transformed into a thriving ecosystem filled with nut trees, fruit trees, berry bushes, and edible plants. The farm is designed to create a healthy environment for both people and wildlife, with all produce grown in natural soil without the use of pesticides. It operates as a community-focused space where members can actively participate, learn, and enjoy the harvest.

Beleef Het En Eet Het is a self-picking farm located in Strijen, Netherlands, where visitors can step into the role of a farmer by harvesting their own food directly from the fields. The farm offers a hands-on experience for individuals and families, allowing them to see where supermarket produce comes from. After picking, guests can relax on a straw bale and enjoy fries made from the farm’s own potatoes. School groups are also welcome to visit.

Landgoed Buitenleeft is a green oasis located in the Delftse Hout area, part of the larger Buytenhout region. This community garden and nature-focused estate is dedicated to fostering a sustainable relationship with nature and promoting both human and environmental health. The estate serves as a meeting place where visitors can experience the healing effects of nature, learn about food cultivation, and participate in various green activities. It is home to a vegetable garden, flower garden, herb garden, a small fruit orchard, and a nursery for perennial plants. The estate is a female-led, LGBTQ+ friendly, and wheelchair-accessible space with picnic tables and gender-neutral toilets, suitable for children.

Bij Mei is a nature-friendly, certified organic self-pick farm in Zoeterwoude, located just a short distance from Leiden. Operating as a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) initiative, the farm cultivates vegetables and flowers without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, focusing on soil health and biodiversity. Participants in the farm support the growing season in advance and, in return, share in the weekly harvest. The self-pick vegetable season runs from May through November, with members harvesting an average of about five different vegetables per week. The selection includes familiar produce such as carrots, lettuce, and zucchini, as well as more unusual varieties like runner beans and kale. The self-pick flower season typically starts in June and continues until the first frost, usually around the end of October. During this time, members can come weekly to pick a bouquet of seasonal, field-grown blooms. Day visitors can also purchase a single pluck card or a multi-visit strip card to pick flowers.

Plukhoek Mookhoek is a pick-your-own flower and fruit garden located on Strijensedijk 14 in Mookhoek, within a historic 80-year-old orchard. The garden is part of a social enterprise that combines nature, community, and care, and is open to the public during the season. It provides a space for visitors to harvest flowers and seasonal fruit while supporting local youth services. The property covers 5 hectares and includes a flower garden, fruit orchard, and a small farmyard with chickens.

De Mèkkerstee is a family-run goat farm and cheese dairy, classified as an organic farm, petting farm, and farm market. It operates as a care farm, offering daytime activities for individuals with mental or psycho-social challenges. The site features a modern stable housing around 650 goats, an on-site cheese factory, an ice creamery, a petting zoo, a children’s playground, and a restaurant with meeting facilities. The farm store sells a wide range of local and farm products, including the farm’s own cheeses and homemade ice cream.

De Tulperij is a third-generation family-run flower bulb farm and visitor attraction located in the heart of the Bollenstreek in Voorhout. Visitors are welcome to experience the beauty of the flower fields, show gardens, and picking gardens in both spring and autumn. Access to the catering, shop, and show gardens is free. Self-picking is available during two main seasons. In the spring, you can pick your own tulips and daffodils in the picking garden. The tulip season generally runs from early to late April, depending on the weather. In the late summer and autumn, you can pick your own dahlias and sunflowers. The dahlia season is open from late July to mid-October, typically from mid-August to mid-October.

Pluktuin Bie Wen, also known as Koese en de Leeuw Agroflower vof, is a sustainable pick-your-own flower farm located at Oudelandsedijk 900 in Dirksland. The farm focuses on nature-inclusive and regenerative agriculture, using methods like bio-foil, drip irrigation, and green manures to cultivate high-quality blooms without chemical pesticides. The 10,000 square meter garden is designed for visitors to wander, pick their own flowers, and enjoy the rural setting. The primary produce available for self-picking includes a wide array of flowers, with a special focus on over 40 varieties of dahlias (approximately 5,000 plants), gladioli, sunflowers, zinnias, summer flowers, wildflowers, as well as pumpkins and ornamental fruit. The peak season for picking is from August through October. The farm is open five days a week, from Tuesday to Saturday, during the picking season. General business hours are 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM on Tuesday through Friday, and 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday. The farm is closed on Sunday and Monday. Additional amenities include free parking on site, a gender-neutral toilet, and a small play area for children with a trampoline, swing, and sandbox.

S. Pennings & Zn is a family-run flower bulb nursery located in Noordwijkerhout, Netherlands. The business is deeply rooted in the local region, specializing in high-quality, naturally grown flower bulbs and cut flowers. Visitors can experience the vibrant fields firsthand, with the main attraction being a pick-your-own tulip garden. The self-picking season runs in the spring, with the tulip garden typically open for picking until approximately May 10th. Guests can purchase an entrance ticket online, arrive on-site, and pick their own bouquet of tulips. Beyond the tulips, the farm also offers a variety of other bulbs and flowers, including hyacinths, daffodils, and peonies, available for purchase in the on-site shop.

Buurttuin Zoete Aarde is a community-run urban farm located along the Broekwegzijde in Zoetermeer, where a former apple and pear orchard planted over 70 years ago has been transformed into a green meeting place. Managed entirely by volunteers, this garden offers a space where sustainability, creativity, and community come together. The farm is open daily from 10:00 to 16:00 during its main season, which runs from April through October. Visitors can self-pick a variety of produce including apples (such as Goudrenet and Golden Delicious), pears (such as Conference, Beurré Hardy, Legipont, and the stewing pears Saint Remy and Gieser Wildeman), and an assortment of berries including red and black currants, raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries. The flower picking garden features a wide range of blooms such as asters, bergamot, chrysanthemums, gypsophila, hydrangeas, hypericum, sweet peas, salvias, tulips, and sunflowers, which can be harvested when in season. The farm also maintains a natural vegetable garden and a herb garden.

De Pluktuin Rotterdam is a green oasis located in the Rotterdam West area. Established by the ProGroen initiative in 2009, this resident-run community garden and park aims to keep the RFC Weg/Essenburgsingel area green. The garden is classified as a park and residents’ association, with a 4.6-star rating based on 37 reviews. It is suitable for children. The farm operates as a self-picking garden (pluktuin) during the summer season, with a summer program running annually. Visitors can pick a variety of fruits, vegetables, and flowers directly from the garden.

Hoeve Avondrust is a farm and regional product farm located on the Zuidbuurt, near Vlaardingen. The farm features a farm shop, a tea garden, and a fruit orchard, and it produces a range of homemade preserves and specialty foods using fruit and vegetables grown in its own orchard and vegetable garden, or sourced from small-scale regional growers. All fruit is cultivated naturally without pesticides, and products are made without preservatives.

Pluktuin aan de Brink is a community-initiated pick-your-own garden located in Ackerswoude, Pijnacker. Designed as a shared space for everyone in the neighborhood, it offers visitors the opportunity to pick, cut, plant, and harvest their own flowers and herbs. Guests are welcome to explore the garden, enjoy the scents, collect blooms for home, and gather fresh herbs for cooking. The garden is open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on reviews and is classified as a park that is dog-friendly and suitable for children. The garden was officially opened on June 2, 2019, and continues to be run by a team of eight volunteers.

Pluktuin Oostvoorne is an organic experience garden located at Bollaarsdijk 6A in Oostvoorne. The farm is dedicated to educational and recreational activities that connect visitors with nature, emphasizing small-scale, local agriculture. It is a place where visitors can explore a biological flower garden, a tea garden, and a corn maze. Visitors can self-pick a variety of flowers to create their own bouquet. Available flower types include sunflowers, marigolds, dahlias, cosmos, scabiosa, cornflowers, love-in-a-mist, and dill. The selection varies as flowers bloom in different periods throughout the summer. From the end of August, pumpkins and ornamental gourds are also available for picking, especially popular for Halloween.

Boerderij Landzicht is a certified 100% organic farm located in the Hoeksche Waard region. The farm has been cultivating produce organically since 1988, growing a wide variety of vegetables, fruit, potatoes, and spelt amidst biodiverse hedgerows and pollarded willow avenues. The farm also features a high-stem fruit orchard, an herb garden, and a seasonal flower garden for picking. The farm operates on sustainable energy and offers pick-up points for its produce subscription service.

Boerderij de Buytenhof is a social farm located on the outskirts of Rhoon, a short distance from Rotterdam. It is a place where agriculture, nature, and community meet, offering a genuine farm experience to its visitors. The farm operates with a focus on nature-inclusive agriculture, where the land is cultivated to support both food production and biodiversity. Working alongside volunteers and care guests, the farm provides a peaceful, accessible environment for people to connect with the countryside and each other.

Landgoed de Peerdegaerdt is a unique seven-hectare estate located in Strijen, within the Nationaal Landschap de Hoeksche Waard. The estate features an historic high-stem orchard, a rose and walking garden, and an ecological vegetable garden. It serves as a multifaceted non-profit, functioning as a care farm, an animal sanctuary, and a venue for workshops and activities. The property is LGBTQ+ friendly, run by a female entrepreneur, and has a wheelchair-accessible parking area.

Pumpkin Factory and Pluktuin Kweeklust is a self-pick farm and garden located in Lisse. In addition to a flower garden, the farm has a strong focus on pumpkins. A wide variety of pumpkins are available, including large, small, orange, white, green, gray, and salmon pink varieties; most are edible and can be used decoratively before being cooked. The pumpkin harvest takes place in mid-September with a harvest festival, after which the pumpkins are displayed around the house on tables and in crates. On weekends, pumpkin-based dishes are often prepared for visitors to taste. The pumpkin garden operates on a “help yourself” basis, with payment made via a payment request. Pumpkins are available starting in September. The Pumpkin Factory location is open daily from 08:00 to 20:00. The flower garden (Pluktuin Kweeklust) is open from July and operates on a limited schedule: Wednesday and Thursday from 13:00 to 17:00, and Friday from 11:00 to 17:00; it is closed on Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday. The farm is woman-owned.

Het Zoete Land is a city farm located in Leiden, on the corner of the Zoeterwoudsesingel and the Cronesteinkade, next to the Trigon sports field. The farm is run by a professional grower together with a foundation and a team of volunteers, and is open to the public. It produces food and flowers in an ecologically responsible manner, aiming to make the city greener and healthier. Participants can self-pick a wide variety of produce throughout the growing season. This includes vegetables, herbs, berries, and other small fruit. The farm also offers a separate option for picking cut flowers, allowing participants to create their own weekly bouquet of 15 to 20 stems. Notably, there is a long waiting list for participation in either the harvest or flower-picking programs.

Boerderij de Kikkershoek is a family-run farm and farm shop located in Mijnsheerenland, in the Hoeksche Waard region of the Netherlands. The farm offers a wide variety of fresh, local, and seasonal produce, including self-picked apples and pears. Visitors can make an appointment to pick their own fruit directly from the orchard. The farm shop stocks a broad range of products, many of which are grown or produced on the farm itself. These include self-grown potatoes and fruit, fresh seasonal vegetables, homemade jam and stewed pears, eggs, dairy products, fruit juices, and farm ice cream. Local and regional specialties, such as honey, dairy from De Westplaat and Ambachtshoeve (including milk, yogurt, buttermilk, kefir, and vla), fresh farm fries, and gift baskets, are also available. Additionally, grass-fed beef and game meat are offered seasonally.

Plukkerij Framblij is a family-run pick-your-own farm and event venue located in Monster, Netherlands. The farm grows a wide variety of fruit and vegetables using natural, unsprayed methods. Self-picking is available from June 1st through the autumn break, typically closing in late October, and the farm reopens the following June. The pick-your-own season runs from approximately late May to the end of October. A wide selection of produce can be picked, including raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, cherries, blackberries, red currants, peaches, plums, grapes, apples, pears, tayberries, Japanese wineberries, and gooseberries, along with a variety of vegetables. The farm is open daily for self-picking with timed reservation slots available. A farm stall is open daily from around mid-May to November, offering freshly picked fruit, homemade jams, and syrups. The tea garden is open during picking hours. The farm is wheelchair accessible and offers free parking. Payment is accepted by PIN, credit card, and contactless mobile payment.

Hazelland 10 is a 5-hectare agro-ecological estate in the Geerpolder, located between Zoeterwoude, Zoetermeer, and Leidschendam. It operates as a self-picking farm where members, called “oogstgenoten” (harvest companions), can pick their own vegetables, herbs, fruit, and nuts. The farm is a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) initiative, meaning participants do not buy produce directly but instead contribute financially to the farm for a season and receive a share of the harvest in return. No synthetic pesticides are used, and all planting and seed stock is organic. The farm is currently working toward official Skal biocertification.

Welkom in het Abtswoudsepark in Delft, een groen project dat door en voor buurtbewoners wordt ontwikkeld. Het park is opgedeeld in twee delen: de noordelijke Natuurbelevingstuin en het zuidelijke Pluktuin- en wadigebied. Het doel is om het park mooier, biodiverser en recreatiever te maken, met veel aandacht voor inheemse planten, insecten en vogels. In de Pluktuin in het zuidelijke deel van het park kunnen bezoekers zelf fruit oogsten. Hier staan fruitbomen en -struiken zoals appelbomen, blauwe bessen, frambozen en bramen. Fruit is te plukken in de zomer en de nazomer, met een piek in augustus. In de Natuurbelevingstuin in het noordelijke deel zijn er verhoogde borders, een kruidenspiraal en een bloemenweide met kruiden en bloemen die rijk zijn aan nectar.

Het Veldatelier is a certified organic, seasonal flower nursery and craft studio located in Schipluiden, on the estate of Op Hodenpijl. The farm operates on Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) principles, focusing on environmentally responsible cultivation and a reciprocal relationship with nature. In addition to supplying flowers to florists in the Randstad, the farm offers a pick-your-own flower garden for its members, who can harvest blooms either weekly or bi-weekly. Self-picking is available based on a subscription or a strippenkaart (punch card). The pick-your-own garden opens for subscription holders starting from mid-April to mid-May, while the public can access the garden from mid-June. The season for self-picking extends through the growing months, allowing for the selection of seasonal, naturally grown flowers. The farm also hosts workshops in craft techniques, such as wild basketry and botanical lino printing.

Pluk de Bloom is a self-picking garden located in Numansdorp, within the Hoeksche Waard region, conveniently situated near Rotterdam. This flower farm is set to open its doors on March 28, 2026, offering visitors the opportunity to pick their own flowers directly from the fields. Throughout the season, the garden provides different seasonal blooms for self-picking. In the spring, guests can pick a variety of tulips in various colors and types. As the season progresses into summer and autumn, the focus shifts to dahlias, available in a wide array of shapes and hues.

Buitenkweek is a small-scale nursery located in Delft, specializing in sustainable, perennial garden plants, with a strong focus on native Dutch species. The operation is run by Jolijn Leeuwenburgh, along with over 20 volunteers, and is situated on Landgoed Buitenleeft. The plants are grown in an unheated greenhouse without the use of chemical pesticides or artificial fertilizers. Visitors can purchase a wide variety of plants, including perennials, biennials, annuals, and shrubs, as well as organic potting soil, compost, and flower seed mixes specifically designed to support local biodiversity. Additionally, the nursery offers a selection of organic, open-pollinated vegetable seeds. While this is not a self-picking operation for fruits or vegetables, the nursery provides plants, seeds, and packaged ready-made garden kits, such as facade garden and tree pit packages, aimed at urban greening.

De Kruidenstee is a pick-your-own herb and edible flower garden located in Stad aan ’t Haringvliet, on the island of Goeree-Overflakkee. It is a private nature garden featuring a diverse collection of well-known and lesser-known herbs, wild plants, edible shrubs, and trees, along with over forty-five plants used for dyeing. The garden is designed as a haven for wildlife, including wild bees, bumblebees, and other insects, with features such as a bee hotel, sandarium, steep wall, and ponds.

Hortus Populus is a Roman-themed pick-and-harvest garden located in Bodegraven, dedicated to sustainable cultivation, healthy eating, and community connection. Spanning 2.5 hectares, the farm offers a variety of produce, flowers, and experiences, all grown without pesticides or artificial fertilizers. The garden operates from March through November, with the streekwinkel (farm shop) and flower garden open for self-picking from May through November. Visitors can pick their own flowers to create a custom bouquet from a wide selection including dahlias, gladioli, sunflowers, cornflowers, and other wildflowers, priced at €0.75 per stem. The flower garden is open Friday and Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00. For vegetables, the farm sells unsprayed, seasonal produce starting at the end of May, available through a vegetable subscription (weekly from June to November) or in free sales. The garden also features a Roman-themed area with a reconstructed soldiers’ barracks (the Cohortus) and a Roman herb and vegetable garden, where crops such as beans, endive, cabbage, onion, fennel, and carrots are grown. The farm shop stocks local vegetables, fruit, herbs, jam, syrup, tea, and other regional products. In addition to self-picking, Hortus Populus offers workshops and activities including Roman cooking, botanical drawing, willow weaving, and foraging walks. The garden is wheelchair accessible and suitable for children. According to business directory information, the garden is operational year-round, with the following open hours: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 09:00 to 12:30, Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00, and closed on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday. The site has an average rating of 4.9 from 35 reviews.

Landwinkel Kaasboerderij Speksnijder is an artisanal cheese farm and dairy located in Lekkerkerk, in the Krimpenerwaard region of the Netherlands. Run by Jan Speksnijder and Jan Herm Bokdam, the farm has a tradition spanning over a century, combining old-fashioned cheesemaking techniques with modern practices. The farm is home to a herd of over 100 dairy cows that graze on pasture for at least 120 days per year, producing high-quality weidemelk (pasture milk) that forms the base for all its products. The farm is also an event location and offers guided tours for groups of 10 or more.

Zorgboerderij De Hoop is a care farm located at Ringdijk 2 in Ter Aar, situated in the Groene Hart region. The farm combines agricultural life with daytime activities for children (from age 8) and elderly individuals, offering a space to be outdoors, interact with animals, and participate in farm tasks. The farm is open for self-pick or self-service purchases through its farm shop and vending machines. Available produce includes fresh eggs from free-range chickens, homemade jam, and beef from the farm’s own Belgian Blue and Blonde d’Aquitaine cattle. The farm shop operates daily from 08:00 to 20:00, and on Sundays from 12:00 to 20:00. Additional dairy products and cheese sourced from neighboring farms are also available. The farm is wheelchair accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking.

De Heerlijkheid van Papendrecht is a multifaceted experience and learning farm located along the Merwede river in Papendrecht, Netherlands. Originally a fruit-growing business, the farm now combines a nature-friendly orchard, a farm shop, a care farm, a microbrewery, and educational activities centered around bees and biodiversity. The orchard is cultivated without chemical pesticides, using organic fertilizers and disease-resistant varieties to produce a range of fruit including apples, pears, plums, blackberries, red currants, quinces, and medlars. While the orchard is not open for self-picking, the fruit is harvested and available for purchase in the farm shop, along with seasonal vegetables, dairy, eggs, meat, honey, jams, juices, sauces, and craft beers brewed on site.

Kwekerij Eko-Logisch is a biodynamic vegetable nursery and farm shop situated at Floraweg 114b, Roelofarendsveen 2371AR. The farm operates from Tuesday to Saturday, open from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Visitors can pick their own fresh organic seasonal vegetables and flowers, and also find eggs available in the farm shop. What visitors say This self-picking farm and its shop receive widespread acclaim for their outstanding quality and diverse offerings. Visitors consistently praise the fantastic, delicious, and wonderfully fresh produce, specifically highlighting organic, unsprayed vegetables and what some call ’the tastiest bread in the world.’ Beyond fresh greens, the farm provides specialty items like meat from their own Bentheimer pigs and eggs from their own chickens, as well as a selection of dairy products, embodying its reputation as a ‘healthy supermarket’ free from artificial additives. The friendly and well-informed staff are frequently commended for their excellent service. Many describe the establishment as a beautiful, charming ‘village shop’ featuring an extensive assortment. While the overwhelming sentiment is positive, one customer did find the price of two bell peppers, at €6.45, to be quite high.

Natuurtalent is an urban farm located at Veldkersweg 50 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. It functions as a hub for non-formal education, apprenticeships, practical training, community participation, reintegration, day care, recreation, and play, in addition to its urban agriculture activities. The farm is currently open, offering outdoor seating and options for both roadside and in-store collection. Reservations can be made by calling 06 13687583 or emailing [email protected] . While Natuurtalent is engaged in urban agriculture, the specific produce available for self-picking is not detailed in the provided information.

Nestled on the lowest point of the Netherlands in Zevenhuizen, Tuinderij Natuurluck is a small-scale, biological vegetable farm. Established in 1986, the farm operates with a focus on soil health and ecological balance, cultivating around 40 different crops annually. It is Skal-certified for organic production, and the farm’s methods include field growing as well as cultivation in a small greenhouse and polytunnels to extend the season. The farm is also a recognized internship company for students in agriculture.

Bloemenhof is a flower picking garden located in Nieuwerbrug aan den Rijn, founded in 2023. It offers visitors the opportunity to pick their own flowers and enjoy a natural, serene environment. The garden runs on a principle of sustainability, using locally grown and seasonal blooms. Guests can pick a variety of flowers directly from the field, with the self-picking season opening annually starting May 3rd. There is no on-site cashier; instead, visitors use a measuring board and QR code payment system to weigh and pay for their bouquets.

Bloomboost is a nursery and web shop based in Boskoop, in the heart of the Dutch horticulture region. It specializes in a wide range of visually attractive, winter-hardy perennial plants, all grown using natural methods without artificial fertilizers or chemical pesticides. The business is run by a fourth-generation grower who cultivates the plants on a five-hectare site, offering them directly from the nursery. The core mission is to help gardens become vibrant, biodiverse spaces that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Boerderij de Kikkershoek is a working farm and garden located in Mijnsheerenland, in the Hoeksche Waard region. The farm offers a variety of fresh, local, and seasonal produce through its farm shop, alongside opportunities for outdoor activities and family-friendly outings. The business is fully operational. Visitors can make an appointment to self-pick apples and pears directly from the orchard. The specific months for picking are not detailed on the site, but the produce is available seasonally. The farm shop stocks a range of other items grown on the land, including potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and fruit.

Juuls Landje Voedselbos is a nursery and food forest located in Boskoop, Netherlands. It has an excellent rating of 5.0 stars based on 7 reviews from customers. The business is currently operational, and its facilities include a toilet for visitors. Juuls Landje Voedselbos is a self-picking food forest. Visitors can harvest a variety of produce directly from the forest garden, though specific fruits, vegetables, or herbs available for picking are not specified in available information. The open season and specific months for picking are also not provided in the business data.

MooiMekkerland is a goat dairy farm located in Stolwijk, where a herd of 800 goats is milked twice daily. From this milk, the farm produces a variety of goat cheeses, including young, aged, and flavored varieties such as Italian herbs with olives, pesto, fenugreek, cumin, nettle, honey clover, and fresh basil. Other dairy products available include feta, yogurt, butter, buttermilk, and fresh milk. The farm also sells local products like honey and jam.